Ford 2006 F-250, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...trols 33 Heater only 33 Manual heating and air conditioning 34 Automatic temperature control 36 Lights 39 Headlamps 39 Turn signal control 45 Bulb replacement 46 Driver Controls 54 Windshield wiper washer control 54 Steering wheel adjustment 54 Power windows 57 Mirrors 58 Speed control 61 Upfitter controls 64 Moon roof 66 Message center 68 Table of Contents 1 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guid...

Page 2: ...ntroller Integrated 159 Recreational towing 165 Driving 167 Starting 167 Brakes 172 Transmission operation 177 Roadside Emergencies 203 Getting roadside assistance 203 Hazard flasher switch 205 Fuel pump shut off switch 206 Fuses and relays 206 Changing tires 215 Lug Nut Torque 227 Jump starting 228 Wrecker towing 233 Customer Assistance 235 Reporting safety defects U S only 241 Table of Contents ...

Page 3: ...All rights reserved Reproduction by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation Copyright 2005 Ford Motor Company Table of Contents 3 2006 F 250 ...

Page 4: ...nd its products visit the following website In the United States www ford com In Canada www ford ca In Australia www ford com au In Mexico www ford com mx Additional owner information is given in separate publications This Owner s Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle Furthermore due to printing cyc...

Page 5: ... 000 miles 1 600 km of driving maintain speeds below 70 mph 112 km h and vary speeds frequently This is recommended to give the moving parts a chance to break in Do not tow a trailer or use your vehicle to snowplow until it has been driven at least 500 miles 800 km Refer to Trailer towing in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter for more information on towing a trailer and Snowplowing in the Drivin...

Page 6: ...the driver was depressing the accelerator and or the brake pedal how fast the vehicle was traveling and where the driver was positioning the steering wheel To access this information special equipment must be directly connected to the recording modules Ford Motor Company Ford of Canada and Ford Motor Company S A de C V do not access event data recorder information without obtaining consent unless ...

Page 7: ...ss and personal affairs However drivers must not compromise their own or others safety when using such equipment Mobile Communications can enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used particularly in emergency situations Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications equipment to avoid negating these benefits Mobile Communication Equipment includes but is not limited to ...

Page 8: ...your vehicle as an ambulance If your light truck is equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package it may be utilized as an ambulance Ford urges ambulance manufacturers to follow the recommendations of the Ford Incomplete Vehicle Manual Ford Truck Body Builder s Layout Book and the Qualified Vehicle Modifiers QVM Guidelines as well as pertinent supplements For additional information please c...

Page 9: ... Driving chapter for more information and guidelines for operating a vehicle equipped with an aftermarket power take off system Middle East North Africa vehicle specific information For your particular global region your vehicle may be equipped with features and options that are different from the ones that are described in this Owner s Guide therefore a supplement has been supplied that complemen...

Page 10: ... Child Seat Lower Anchor Child Seat Tether Anchor Brake System Anti Lock Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Powertrain Malfunction Speed Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash Wipe Windshield Defrost Demist Rear Window Defrost Demist 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Introduction 1...

Page 11: ...lant Engine Coolant Temperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking Flames or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan Warning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Correct Fluid Level MAX MIN Emission System Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Jack Check Fuel Cap Low Tire Pressure Warning 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Introduction 11 ...

Page 12: ...arley Davidson instrument cluster Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause expensive repairs A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle s functions 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Instrument Cluster 12 ...

Page 13: ...leration and have your vehicle serviced immediately Under engine misfire conditions excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter the fuel system interior floor coverings or other vehicle components possibly causing a fire Electronic throttle control Illuminates when the engine has defaulted to a limp home operation Report the fault to an authorized dealer at the earliest opp...

Page 14: ...uminated Airbag readiness If this light fails to illuminate when ignition is turned to ON continues to flash or remains on have the system serviced immediately A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected Safety belt Reminds you to fasten your safety belt A chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt Charging system Illuminate...

Page 15: ... out bulb High beams Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on Key in ignition warning chime Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver s door is opened Headlamps on warning chime Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on the ignition is off the key is not in the ignition and the driver s door is opened Parking brake ON war...

Page 16: ... At normal operating temperature the needle will be in the normal range between H and C If it enters the red section the engine is overheating Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible switch off the engine and let the engine cool Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Instrument Cluster 16 ...

Page 17: ...odometer display To reset press and hold for less than 2 seconds With Full Message Center Press and release the message center INFO button until TRIP mode appears in the display Press the RESET button to reset Engine hour meter Registers the accumulated time the engine has been running With Mini Message Center Press the SELECT RESET button until the engine hours display With Full Message Center Pr...

Page 18: ... falls below the normal range stop the vehicle turn off the engine and check the engine oil level Add oil if needed If the oil level is correct have your vehicle checked at your authorized dealer Fuel gauge Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank when the ignition is in the ON position The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade Refer to Fill...

Page 19: ...use Refer to Special Operating Conditions in the scheduled maintenance information for instructions Operating the transmission for extended periods of time with the gauge in the yellow area may cause internal transmission damage Altering the severity of the driving conditions is recommended to lower the transmission temperature into the normal range Red area over temperature the transmission fluid...

Page 20: ...elect various settings Treble Press to adjust the treble setting Use SEEK SEEK Bass Press to adjust the bass setting Use SEEK SEEK Balance Press to adjust the audio between the left and right speakers Use SEEK SEEK Fade Press to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers Use SEEK SEEK 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Entertainment Systems 20 ...

Page 21: ...ase decrease volume If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on 7 CLK Clock Press to toggle between the clock and radio display To set the clock Press and hold CLK until the hours begin to flash Press to manually decrease increase the hours Press CLK again to set the m...

Page 22: ...e strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM FM1 FM2 Press MENU to access Use SEEK to set When the six strongest stations are filled the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing If there are less than six strong stations the system will store the last one in the remaining presets Bass Press to adjust the bass setting Use SEEK 11 10 9 8 7 6 ...

Page 23: ...splayed Use to manually increase decrease Press MENU again to disengage clock mode 4 Aux Press to toggle between FES DVD and AUX modes If no auxiliary sources are available NO AUX AUDIO will be displayed 5 Seek Press to access the next strong station or track 6 Shuffle Press to play tracks in random order 7 Comp Compression In CD mode brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent...

Page 24: ...cy band 15 ON OFF Volume Press to turn ON OFF Turn to increase decrease volume If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on 16 CD Press to enter CD mode If a CD is already loaded into the system CD play will begin where it ended last 17 CD eject Press to eject a CD 18 C...

Page 25: ... the playing media Press again to return to the playing media 4 Menu Press to toggle through the following modes Treble Press to adjust the treble setting Use SEEK Bass Press to adjust the bass setting Use SEEK Balance Press to adjust the audio between the left and right speakers Use SEEK 12 11 10 9 8 7 5 2 1 3 4 6 13 14 15 16 18 19 20 21 17 DOLBY B NR COMPRESS 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Gu...

Page 26: ...trong stations the system will store the last one in the remaining presets Dolby noise reduction In tape mode this feature reduces tape noise and hiss Press SEEK to cycle ON OFF The Dolby noise reduction system is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and double D are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation 5 AUX Press to toggle be...

Page 27: ...h side of the tape is playing 15 AM FM Press to select AM FM frequency band 16 ON OFF Volume Press to turn ON OFF Turn to increase decrease volume If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on 17 CD Press to enter CD mode If a CD is already loaded into the system CD play...

Page 28: ...to the rear speakers will result in no audio output Premium in dash six CD sound system if equipped 1 Tuner Press to manually go up or down the radio frequency Also use in menu mode to select various settings 2 Phone mute Press to mute the playing media Press again to return to the playing media LOAD COMPRESS 11 10 9 8 7 6 4 1 2 3 13 14 15 16 17 19 5 12 18 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide p...

Page 29: ...st the audio between the left and right speakers Use SEEK Fade Press to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers Use SEEK Speed sensitive volume if equipped Radio volume automatically changes slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise Press MENU to access and use SEEK to adjust Setting the clock Press MENU until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINS is displayed Press SEEK ...

Page 30: ...brief sampling of radio stations or CD tracks Press again to stop 13 Seek Press to access the previous strong station or track 14 AM FM Press to select AM FM frequency band 15 ON OFF Volume Press to turn ON OFF Turn to increase decrease volume If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch...

Page 31: ... FCC and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission CRTC Those frequencies are AM 530 540 1700 1710 kHz FM 87 7 87 9 107 7 107 9 MHz Radio reception factors There are three factors that can affect radio reception Distance strength The further you travel from an FM station the weaker the signal and the weaker the reception Terrain Hills mountains tall buildings power lines electric fences...

Page 32: ...lot of the CD changer magazine Clean using a circular motion CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4 75 in 12 cm audio compact discs only Due to technical incompatibility certain recordable and re recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players Irregular shaped CDs CDs with a scratch protection film attached and CDs with homemade paper adhesive labels ...

Page 33: ...r vents Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents floor vents and demister vents Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and demister vents Can be used to clear windshield of fog and thin ice Operating tips To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather place the air flow selector in the position To reduce humidity build up inside the vehi...

Page 34: ...ulated in the vehicle 2 Temperature selection Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle 3 Air flow selections Controls the direction of the airflow in the vehicle See the following for a brief description on each control MAX A C Distributes recirculated air through the instrument panel vents and center console vents if equipped to cool the vehicle This re cooling of the interior air i...

Page 35: ...with the airflow to the rear seats Remove any snow ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield To improve the A C cool down drive with the windows slightly open for 2 3 minutes after start up or until the vehicle has been aired out For maximum cooling performance MAX A C in MAX A C mode Move the temperature control to the coolest setting Set the fan to the highest speed in...

Page 36: ... also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle Recirculation can be engaged manually in any other airflow selection except defrost Recirculation may turn off automatically in all airflow selections 3 Defrost Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and demister vents Can be used to clear windshield of fog and thin ice 4 Fan speed Press the respect...

Page 37: ...on A C on or off and outside or recirculated air to heat or cool the vehicle to reach the desired temperature 12 EXT Control if equipped Press EXT TEMP to display outside temperature Press again to display cabin temperature settings 13 Temperature controls Press to increase or decrease the temperature in the vehicle cabin Note The recommended vehicle cabin setting is between 72 F 22 C and 75 F 24 ...

Page 38: ...isting in cold weather 1 Select 2 Select A C 3 Set the temperature control to maintain comfort 4 Set the fan speed to highest setting 5 Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents close the vents located i...

Page 39: ...gnition switch is turned to OFF To change the delay time of the autolamp feature do the following 1 Start with the ignition in OFF and the autolamps selected 2 Deselect the autolamps 3 Put the ignition in 4 ON 4 Put the ignition in 3 OFF 5 Select the autolamps Steps 2 through 5 must be performed within a 10 second period At this point the headlamps and parking lamps will turn on 6 Deselect the aut...

Page 40: ...is pulled and the parklamps are on Daytime running lamps DRL if equipped Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output To activate the ignition must be in the ON position the headlamp control is in the OFF or parking lamp position and the parking brake must be disengaged Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather The Daytime Running Lamp DRL system does not activa...

Page 41: ...ht position past detent to turn on the interior lamps AIMING THE HEADLAMPS Your vehicle may be equipped with a sealed beam or aerodynamic headlamp system Sealed beam headlamps may be aimed in the vertical up down and the horizontal left right directions using the procedures following The aerodynamic headlamps can only be aimed in the vertical direction up down using the following procedures The he...

Page 42: ...eadlamp beam pattern 1 8 feet 2 4 meters 2 Center height of lamp to ground 3 25 feet 7 6 meters 4 Horizontal reference line 5 Center of headlamps 6 Center line of the vehicle 2 The center of the headlamp is marked either on the lens a circle or cross marker or on the bulb shield internal to the lamp mark or feature Measure the height from the center of your headlamp to the ground 2 and mark an 8 f...

Page 43: ...intensity area is not even with the vertical line follow the next step to adjust it 8 Locate the horizontal adjuster 1 for each headlamp Turn it clockwise or counterclockwise to place the left edge of the high intensity area even with the vertical line corresponding to the headlamp under adjustment Vertical aim adjustment aerodynamic headlamps The headlamps on your vehicle can only be vertically a...

Page 44: ... screen you will observe a light pattern with a distinct horizontal edge towards the right If this edge is not at the horizontal reference line the beam will need to be adjusted so the edge is at the same height as the horizontal reference line 5 Locate the vertical adjuster on each headlamp then use a E5 Torx socket to turn the adjuster either counterclockwise to adjust down or clockwise to adjus...

Page 45: ...ompletely closed the instrument panel switch is pushed past the detent and when any of the remote entry controls are pressed while the ignition is off The reading lamps can be turned on by pressing the rocker controls next to each lamp MAP LAMPS IF EQUIPPED To turn on the map lamps press the control next to each lamp 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Lights 45 ...

Page 46: ... with sealed beam headlamp 2 4157K 3157 Sidemarker 2 194 Tail stop turn sidemarker 2 4157K 3157 Backup 2 3156K or 3156 High mount stoplamp 1 922 Foglamp 2 9145 License plate lamp 2 194 Cargo lamp 2 906 Front clearance lamps 2 and Front identification lamps 3 5 194 Rear fender clearance 4 W5W Interior visor lamp if equipped 4 194 Rear identification 3 194 All replacement bulbs are clear in color ex...

Page 47: ...rd and then pulling it rearward 5 Remove the bulb assembly by turning it counterclockwise and pulling it straight out Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children s reach Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated Install the new bulb s in reverse order Replaci...

Page 48: ... along the top of the grill will help provide more clearance 4 Remove the bulb assembly 1 sidemarker or 2 park turn by turning it counterclockwise and pulling it straight out 5 Pull the old bulb out from the socket Install the new bulb s in reverse order Replacing headlamp bulbs sealed beam 1 Make sure that the headlamp control is in the OFF position and open the hood 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Ow...

Page 49: ...aight out If removing the lamp is difficult removing the four screws along the top of the grill will help provide more clearance 4 Disconnect the electrical connector from the park lamp bezel 5 Remove the four screws and the headlamp retaining ring from headlamp Install the new bulb s in reverse order 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Lights 49 ...

Page 50: ...p at the top of the headlamp assembly while pulling the assembly straight out If removing the lamp is difficult removing the four screws along the top of the grill will help provide more clearance 4 Remove the bulb assembly 1 sidemarker or 2 park turn by turning it counterclockwise 5 Pull the old bulb out from the socket Install the new bulb s in reverse order 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Gui...

Page 51: ...the two retaining tabs 3 Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly 4 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket Install the new bulb s in reverse order Replacing brake tail backup lamp bulbs F 450 F 550 only 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position 2 Remove the four screws and the lamp lens from lamp assembly 3 Carefully pull the bulb straight out of the soc...

Page 52: ...lbs 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position 2 Remove the screw and lens from the lamp assembly 3 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket Install the bulb s in reverse order Replacing foglamp bulbs if equipped 1 Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position 2 Remove the bulb socket from the foglamp by turning counterclockwise 3 Disconnect the electrical connector from the fog...

Page 53: ... behind the rear bumper to locate the bulb 2 Twist the bulb socket counterclockwise and carefully pull to remove it from the lamp assembly 3 Pull out the old bulb from the socket and push in the new bulb 4 Install the bulb socket in lamp assembly by turning it clockwise 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Lights 53 ...

Page 54: ...es with washer fluid a long push and hold the wipers and washer fluid will be activated for up to ten seconds TILT STEERING WHEEL IF EQUIPPED To adjust the steering wheel 1 Pull and hold the steering wheel release control toward you 2 Move the steering wheel up or down until you find the desired location 3 Release the steering wheel release control This will lock the steering wheel in position Nev...

Page 55: ...ed refer to the Driving chapter for more information Do not use the Tow Haul feature when driving in icy or slippery conditions as the increased engine braking can cause the rear wheels to slide and the vehicle to swing around with the possible loss of vehicle control ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR IF EQUIPPED Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamps OVERHEAD CONSOLE IF EQUIPPED The appea...

Page 56: ...ted on the instrument panel Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element if equipped To prevent the fuse from being blown do not use the power point s over the vehicle capacity of 12 VDC 180W To prevent the battery from being discharged do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is not running Always keep the power point caps closed when not being us...

Page 57: ...ch to open the window Press and hold the top part of the rocker switch to close the window One touch down Allows the driver s window to open fully without holding the control down Press completely down on AUTO and release quickly Press again to stop Window lock if equipped The window lock feature allows only the driver to operate the power windows To lock out all the window controls except for the...

Page 58: ... mirror detects bright light from front or behind it will automatically adjust to minimize glare Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives fuel or other petroleum based cleaning products POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS IF EQUIPPED To adjust your mirrors 1 Rotate the control clockwise to adjust the right mirror and rotate the control counterclockwise to adjust the left mirror 2 M...

Page 59: ...Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors Mirror mounted side turn signal indicator if equipped When the vehicle turn signals are activated the outer portion of the mirror housing will blink amber The turn signal feature can be seen by other drivers who may approach fr...

Page 60: ...an be manually folded forward or backwards for narrow spaces like driving through an automatic car wash or backing out of a garage with the trailer tow mirror The telescoping feature if equipped allows the mirror to extend approximately 3 15 inches 80 mm This feature is especially useful to the driver when towing a trailer 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Driver Contro...

Page 61: ...dals while the vehicle is moving SPEED CONTROL IF EQUIPPED With speed control set you can maintain a speed of 30 mph 48 km h or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal Speed control does not work at speeds below 30 mph 48 km h Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding slippery or unpaved Setting speed control The controls for using your speed contro...

Page 62: ...return the vehicle to the previously set speed The RES RESUME control will not work if the vehicle speed is not faster than 30 mph 48 km h Increasing speed while using speed control There are two ways to set a higher speed Press and hold the SET ACCEL control until you get to the desired speed then release the control You can also use the SET ACCEL control to operate the Tap Up function Press and ...

Page 63: ... off the speed control Depress the brake pedal or the clutch pedal if equipped This will not erase your vehicle s previously set speed Press the speed control OFF control Note When you turn off the speed control or the ignition your speed control set speed memory is erased Indicator light if equipped This light comes on when either the SET ACCEL or RES controls are pressed The vehicle speed must b...

Page 64: ... battery charge when using the Upfitter switches for extended duration or higher current draws This is even more important for vehicles with diesel engines since the glow plugs are also draining battery power when the ignition key is in the 4 ON position When switched on by the operator they provide 10 amps or 30 amps of electrical battery power for a variety of personal or commercial uses If your...

Page 65: ...s Switch Circuit number Wire color Fuse AUX 1 1936 Orange with Light Green Trace 30A AUX 2 1933 Orange 30A AUX 3 1934 Orange with Yellow Trace 10A AUX 4 1935 Orange with Light Blue Trace 10A More detailed information about the Upfitter switches can be found in the Electrical Wiring section of the Ford Truck Body Builders Layout Book found at www fleet ford com truckbbas 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 ...

Page 66: ... control features Press TEMP up or down to adjust temperature Press FAN up or down to adjust fan speed ONE TOUCH MOON ROOF IF EQUIPPED The moon roof control is located on the overhead console Note The moon roof will open to the comfort position first before opening all the way The comfort position helps to alleviate rumbling wind noise which may happen in the vehicle with the roof fully opened To ...

Page 67: ...e moon roof has a built in sliding shade that can be manually opened or closed when the glass panel is shut To close the shade pull it toward the front of the vehicle Do not let children play with the moon roof or leave children unattended in the vehicle They may seriously hurt themselves When closing the moon roof you should verify that it is free of obstructions and ensure that children and or p...

Page 68: ...e Maintenance and Specifications chapter Trailer fault if equipped Displayed if there is a short circuit on the electric brake output wire or the trailer brakes are drawing too much current Refer to Integrated trailer brake controller in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter for more information TBC fault if equipped Displays in response to faults sensed by the TBC In the event this message is seen...

Page 69: ...ge is English press and hold the SELECT RESET button for 15 seconds or greater to convert the language selection to French The word FRENCH will be displayed for 4 seconds as a confirmation that language has been changed 2 If present language is French press and hold the SELECT RESET button for 15 seconds or greater to convert the language selection to English The word ENGLISH will be displayed for...

Page 70: ...erage Fuel Economy Odometer Compass Engine hour meter Odometer Compass Odometer Trip odometer Refer to Gauges in the Instrument Cluster chapter Compass display The compass heading is displayed as one of N NE E SE S SW W and NW in the message center display The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings bridges power lines and powerful broadcast antenna Magnetic or metallic...

Page 71: ...3 Start the engine 4 From Info menu press and hold the SETUP and RESET controls simultaneously until the message center display changes to show the current zone setting XX 5 Press the SETUP control repeatedly until the correct zone setting for your geographic location is displayed on the message center The range of zone values are from 01 to 15 and wraps back to 01 6 To exit the zone setting mode ...

Page 72: ...m to empty If you RESET this warning message this display and tone will return within 10 minutes DTE is calculated using a running average fuel economy which is based on your recent driving history of 500 miles 800 km This value is not the same as the average fuel economy display The running average fuel economy is reinitialized to a factory default value if the battery is disconnected Average fue...

Page 73: ...y readings Engine hour meter Select this function from the INFO menu to display the accumulated running time of the engine Setup menu Press this control for the following displays System Check Units English Metric Autolock Autolamp Delay Language System check Selecting this function from the SETUP menu causes the message center to cycle through each of the systems being monitored For each of the m...

Page 74: ...e doors when the vehicle is shifted into any gear putting the vehicle in motion 1 To disable enable the autolock feature select this function from the SETUP control for the current display mode 2 Press the RESET control to turn the autolocks ON or OFF Autolamp delay This feature keeps your headlights on for up to three minutes after the ignition is switched off 1 To disable enable the autolamp del...

Page 75: ...r 4 seconds The message center will display the last selected feature if there are no more warning messages This allows you to use the full functionality of the message center after you acknowledge the warning by pressing the RESET control and clearing the warning message Warning messages that have been reset are divided into three categories They will not disappear until a condition is changed Th...

Page 76: ...oolant and coolant level Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter If the warning stays on or continues to come on contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible REDUCED ENGINE POWER Displayed when the engine is overheating Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible turn off the engine If the warning stays on followed by an indicator chime or continues to come on c...

Page 77: ...ning stays on or continues to come on contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible TRAILER DISCONNECTED if equipped Displayed when a trailer connection becomes disconnected either intentionally or unintentionally and has been sensed during a given ignition cycle Refer to Integrated trailer brake controller in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter for more information TRAILER FAULT if equipped...

Page 78: ...o lamp delay Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible if these messages occur on a regular basis TAILGATE LOCK IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a tailgate lock designed to help prevent theft of the tailgate Insert ignition key and turn to the right to engage lock Turn ignition key to the left to unlock 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Driver Cont...

Page 79: ...n each connector past the head of the support screw Disconnect cable 3 Disconnect the other cable 4 Lift tailgate to a 45 degree angle 5 Lift right side off of its hinge 6 Lift left side off of its hinge To install follow the removal procedures in reverse order 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Driver Controls 79 ...

Page 80: ...e prevents you from locking yourself out of the vehicle if your key is still in the ignition When you open the driver s door and you lock the vehicle with the power door lock control all the doors will lock then the driver s door will automatically unlock reminding you that your key is still in the ignition The vehicle can still be locked with the key in the ignition using the manual lock button o...

Page 81: ...CC rules and with RS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equip...

Page 82: ...the doors The parking lamps will flash if all the doors are closed and locked 2 Press and release again within three seconds to confirm that all the doors are closed and locked Note The doors will lock again the horn will chirp once and the parking lamps will flash once more If any of the doors are not properly closed the horn will make two quick chirps Power door lock disable feature if equipped ...

Page 83: ...ate the alarm Press again or turn the ignition to 4 ON to deactivate Note The panic alarm will only operate when the ignition is in the 2 LOCK or 3 OFF position Replacing the battery The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent To replace the battery 1 Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the remote entry transmitter near the key ring DO NO...

Page 84: ...remote transmitter to become deprogrammed from your vehicle The remote transmitter should operate normally after battery replacement Replacing lost remote entry transmitters If you would like to have your remote entry transmitter reprogrammed because you lost one or would like to buy additional remote entry transmitters you can either reprogram them yourself or take all remote entry transmitters t...

Page 85: ...amming mode has been activated 8 Within 20 seconds program the remote entry transmitter by pressing any button on the transmitter Note If more than 20 seconds have passed you will need to start the procedure over again 9 The doors will again lock then unlock to confirm that this remote entry transmitter has been programmed 10 Repeat Step 8 to program each additional remote keypad or entry transmit...

Page 86: ... position 10 minutes after if the dome lamp is off and 30 minutes after if the dome lamp switch is left on KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM You can use the keyless entry keypad to lock or unlock the doors without using a key The keypad can be operated with the factory set 5 digit entry code this code is located on the owner s wallet card in the glove box is marked on the computer module and is available from ...

Page 87: ...ered 7 times 35 consecutive button presses the keypad will go into an anti scan mode This mode disables the keypad for one minute and the keypad lamp will flash during this time The anti scan feature will turn off after one minute of keypad inactivity pressing the control on the remote entry transmitter the ignition is turned to the 4 ON position Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entry...

Page 88: ...the vehicle is traveling more than 5 mph 8 km h To deactivate reactivate the autolock feature using the keypad Your vehicle comes with the autolock feature activated To deactivate reactivate this feature 1 Ensure that the anti theft system is not armed 2 Turn the ignition to the 3 OFF position 3 Close all the doors liftgate and cargo doors 4 Enter the 5 digit entry code 5 Press and hold the 7 8 Wh...

Page 89: ...ition 4 Press the power door unlock control three times 5 Turn the ignition back to the 4 ON position The horn will chirp 6 Press the unlock control then press the lock control The horn will chirp once if autolock was deactivated or twice one short and one long chirp if autolock was activated Note Pressing the power door UNLOCK LOCK button again will toggle between activating and deactivating the ...

Page 90: ... head restraints is to help limit head motion in the event of a rear collision To properly adjust your head restraints lift the head restraint so that it is located directly behind your head or as close to that position as possible The head restraints can be moved up and down Lift the head restraint so that it is located directly or as close as possible behind your head Push control to lower head ...

Page 91: ...eat cushion to recline the seatback and to return the seat to the upright position 40 20 40 split bench seat if equipped Lift the track release bar to move the seat forward or backward Ensure the seat is relatched into place Pull the handle on the side of the seat up to recline the seat Push down the lever located at the bottom of the seatback to quickly fold the seatback forward 2006 F 250 350 45...

Page 92: ... pull the armrest down To gain access to the storage compartment in your armrest lift the latch to open the lid The lid cannot be opened in the upright position Lift up armrest to return it to a center seatback 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 92 ...

Page 93: ... if equipped located at the bottom of the seatback to quickly fold the seatback forward Adjusting the front power seat if equipped The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion Your vehicle will only be equipped with one of the two controls shown Press to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion Type A Type B 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA f...

Page 94: ...r the rear portion of the seat cushion Type A Type B Press the control to move the seat forward backward up or down Type A Type B 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Seating and Safety Restraints 94 ...

Page 95: ...e the heated seats do the following Push control to activate Push again to deactivate The indicator light on the control will illuminate when activated The system will not automatically shut off unless control is pushed to deactivate If system is not manually terminated at last use then system will remain active at next ignition key cycle 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA f...

Page 96: ...ver side seat cushion The maximum load is 25 lb 11 kg Returning the seat to seating position Pull lever on the side of the seat to release seat cushion from storage position Push seat cushion down until it locks into horizontal position Before returning the seatback to its original position make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped underneath the seatback After returning the seatback to ...

Page 97: ...t and the lap belt snug and low across the hips To reduce the risk of injury make sure children sit in the back seat where they can be properly restrained Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always properly wear their safety belts e...

Page 98: ...elt on the outside shoulder only Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm 2 Never swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder 3 Never use a single belt for more than one person Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunn...

Page 99: ...engers On SuperCab and Crew Cab models the front seat belt system can also be made to lock manually by quickly pulling on the shoulder belt Rear seat belts if equipped cannot be made to lock up by pulling quickly on the belt Automatic locking mode When to use the automatic locking mode In this mode the shoulder belt is automatically pre locked The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the...

Page 100: ...nnect the combination lap shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode After any vehicle collision the front passenger and rear outboard seat belt systems must be checked by your authorized dealer to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still functioning properly ...

Page 101: ... risk of injury in the event of a head on collision The front outboard seat belt systems have a retractor assembly that is designed to pay out webbing in a controlled manner This feature is designed to help reduce the belt force acting on the occupant s chest Front safety belt height adjustment The front outboard seats are equipped with belt height adjusters If your vehicle is equipped with seat i...

Page 102: ...across the middle of your shoulder Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision Lap belts Adjusting the lap belt The lap belt should fit snugly and as low as possible around the hips not across the waist 1st row center seating position The lap belt does not adjust automatically 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 O...

Page 103: ...position if equipped The lap belt will not adjust automatically To fasten grasp the tongue and with a continuous motion pull out enough webbing to buckle the tongue into the correct buckle If you did not pull out enough webbing to reach the buckle allow the tongue to retract fully before trying to pull it out again Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The safety belt warning light illumin...

Page 104: ...e provides additional reminders to the driver that the driver s safety belt is unbuckled by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning lamp in the instrument cluster If Then The driver s safety belt is not buckled before the vehicle has reached at least 3 mph 5 km h and 1 2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to ON The BeltMinder威 feature is...

Page 105: ...ign our safety belts to enhance comfort If you are uncomfortable try different positions for the safety belt upper anchorage and seatback which should be as upright as possible this can improve comfort I was in a hurry Prime time for an accident BeltMinder威 reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle up Safety belts don t work Safety belts when used properly reduce risk of death to front seat occup...

Page 106: ...injury in an accident To disable one time or deactivate the BeltMinder威 feature please follow the directions stated below One time disable Any time the safety belt is buckled and then unbuckled during an ignition ON cycle the BeltMinder威 will be disabled for that ignition cycle only Deactivating activating the BeltMinder姞 feature Read Steps 1 5 thoroughly before proceeding with the deactivation ac...

Page 107: ...ep 3 Beltminder威 will automatically exit programming mode without changing its enable status 4 Within 10 seconds of the light turning on at a moderate speed buckle then unbuckle the safety belt This will disable the BeltMinder威 feature if it is currently enabled As confirmation the safety belt warning light will flash 4 times per second for 3 seconds This will enable the BeltMinder威 feature if it ...

Page 108: ...ipped shoulder belt guide on seatback if equipped child safety seat LATCH and tether anchors and attaching hardware should be inspected after a collision Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced However if the collision was minor and your authorized dealer finds that the belts do not show damage and continue to operate pro...

Page 109: ...uding the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when an air bag supplemental restraint system SRS is provided Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA recommends a minimum distance of at least 10 inches 25 cm between an occupant s chest and the...

Page 110: ...nt seating position Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of the vehicle including frame bumper front end body structure and tow hooks may affect the performance of the airbag system increasing the risk of injury Do not modify the front end of the vehicle Additional equipment such as snowplow equipment may effect the performance of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of injury Please r...

Page 111: ...ontal and near frontal collisions not rollover side impact or rear impacts The airbags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation After airbag deployment it is normal to notice a smoke like powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant This may consist of cornstarch talcum powder to lubricate the bag or sodium compounds e g baking soda that result from the combustion process that inflates the air...

Page 112: ...al system wiring including the impact sensors the system wiring the airbag system readiness light the airbag back up power and the airbag ignitors Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system Refer to Airbag readiness section in the Instrument Cluster chapter Routine maintenance of the airbag is ...

Page 113: ...bag off 1 Insert the ignition key turn the switch to OFF position and hold in OFF position while removing the key 2 When the ignition is turned to the ON position the OFF light illuminates briefly momentarily shuts off and then turns back on This indicates that the passenger airbag is deactivated If the light fails to illuminate when the passenger air bag switch is in the OFF position and the igni...

Page 114: ...e passenger side airbag should always be ON the airbag OFF light should not be illuminated unless the passenger is a person who meets the requirements stated either in Category 1 2 or 3 of the NHTSA Transport Canada deactivation criteria which follows The safety belts for the driver and right front passenger seating positions have been specifically designed to function together with the airbags in...

Page 115: ...rotection they were designed to provide If you choose to deactivate your airbag you are losing the very significant risk reducing benefits of the airbag and you are also reducing the effectiveness of the safety belts because safety belts in modern vehicles are designed to work as a safety system with the airbags Read all airbag warning labels in the vehicle as well as the other important airbag in...

Page 116: ...ries to underlying organs In a crash if the airbag is turned OFF this energy management safety belt might permit the person wearing the belt to move forward enough to incur a serious or fatal injury The more severe the crash and the heavier the occupant the greater the risk is Be sure the airbag is turned ON for any person who does not qualify under the NHTSA deactivation criteria Transport Canada...

Page 117: ...ve forward enough to incur a serious or fatal injury The more severe the crash and the heavier the occupant the greater the risk is Be sure the airbag is turned ON for any person who does not qualify under the NHTSA deactivation criteria SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety restraints for children Also see Airbag supplemental restra...

Page 118: ...nter of the vehicle may help provide a good shoulder belt fit Do not leave children unreliable adults or pets unattended in your vehicle Child booster seats Children outgrow a typical convertible or toddler seat when they weigh 40 lb 18 kg and are around 4 years of age Although the lap shoulder belt will provide some protection these children are still too small for lap shoulder belts to fit prope...

Page 119: ...elt rest low across the hips Is the shoulder belt centered on the shoulder and chest Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip Types of booster seats There are two types of belt positioning booster seats Those that are backless If your backless booster seat has a removable shield remove the shield and use the lap shoulder belt If a seating position has a low seat back and no head rest...

Page 120: ...er to a shoulder belt uncomfortably close to the neck and a shoulder belt that could slip off the shoulder If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat placing a rubberized mesh sold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat may improve this condition The importance of shoulder belts Using a booster without a shoulder belt increases the risk of a child s head hitting a hard surface in a co...

Page 121: ...d in a sudden stop or collision When installing a child safety seat Review and follow the information presented in the Airbag supplemental restraint system SRS section in this chapter Use the correct safety belt buckle for that seating position the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle until you hear a snap and feel it latch Make su...

Page 122: ... the safety seat properly the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision Rear facing child seats or infant carriers should never be placed in the front seats unless the passenger airbag On Off switch is turned off See Passenger airbag ON OFF switch in this chapter Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts 1 Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combina...

Page 123: ...hild seat manufacturer s instructions Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted 4 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from for that seating position until you hear and feel the latch engage Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Seating and Safety Restra...

Page 124: ... 9 Before placing the child in the seat forcibly tilt the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place To check this grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to side and forward There should be no more than one inch of movement for proper installation 10 Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode ...

Page 125: ... vehicle may be straps on the seatback or an anchor bracket on the rear edge of the seat cushion or an anchor bracket mounted to the body shell on the back panel The SuperCab rear seat has three straps behind the top of the seat back that function as both routing loops for the tether straps and anchor loops The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions shown from top view...

Page 126: ... the seatback forward to access the tether anchors Make sure the seat is locked in the upright position before installing the child seat Refer to the Rear folding seat system with load floor section in this chapter for information on how to operate the rear seats 5 Clip the tether strap to the anchor as shown Front seats Regular Cab Front seat SuperCab 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post ...

Page 127: ...seat tether strap according to the manufacturer s instructions If the safety seat is not anchored properly the risk of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases Tether strap attachment rear SuperCab only There are three loops of webbing just above the back of the rear seat along the bottom edge of the rear window in the SuperCab These loops are to be used as both routing loops and anc...

Page 128: ...fety seat tightly using the vehicle belts Follow the instructions in this chapter 4 Tighten the tether strap according to the child seat manufacturer s instructions A single loop can be used to route and anchor more than one child seat For example the center loop can be used as a routing loop for a child safety seat in the center rear seat and as an anchoring loop for child seats installed in the ...

Page 129: ...vehicle and Make sure every passenger is properly restrained In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt All occupants must wear safety belts and children infants must use appropriate restraints to minimize the risk of injury or ejection Study your Owner s Guide and any supplements for specific information about equipment features in...

Page 130: ...or AWD vehicle may accelerate better than two wheel drive vehicle in low traction situations it won t stop any faster than two wheel drive vehicles Always drive at a safe speed How your vehicle differs from other vehicles SUV and trucks can differ from some other vehicles in a few noticeable ways Your vehicle may be Higher to allow higher load carrying capacity and to allow it to travel over rough...

Page 131: ...uality Grades are determined by standards that the United States Department of Transportation has set Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic tires for use on passenger cars They do not apply to deep tread winter type snow tires space saver or temporary use spare tires tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulati...

Page 132: ... heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B a...

Page 133: ...d inflation pressure The tire pressure when the vehicle has been stationary and out of direct sunlight for an hour or more and prior to the vehicle being driven for 1 mile 1 6 km Recommended inflation pressure The cold inflation pressure found on the Tire Label or Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door B pillar The structural member at the si...

Page 134: ...wout with unexpected loss of vehicle control and increased risk of injury Under inflation increases sidewall flexing and rolling resistance resulting in heat buildup and internal damage to the tire It also may result in unnecessary tire stress irregular wear loss of vehicle control and accidents A tire can lose up to half of its air pressure and not appear to be flat Always inflate your tires to t...

Page 135: ... your tire s check and record the tire pressure first and add the appropriate air pressure when you get to the pump It is normal for tires to heat up and the air pressure inside to go up as you drive Never bleed or reduce air pressure when tires are hot 2 Remove the cap from the valve on one tire then firmly press the tire gauge onto the valve and measure the pressure with the tire gauge 3 Add eno...

Page 136: ...upational Safety and Health Administration OSHA regulations For example during any procedure involving tire inflation the technician or individual must utilize a remote inflation device and ensure that all persons are clear of the trajectory area WARNING An inflated tire and rim can be very dangerous if improperly used serviced or maintained To avoid serious injury never attempt to re inflate a ti...

Page 137: ...e from the tire and make necessary repairs Also inspect the tire sidewalls for cracking cuts bruises and other signs of damage or excessive wear If internal damage to the tire is suspected have the tire demounted and inspected in case it needs to be repaired or replaced For your safety tires that are damaged or show signs of excessive wear should not be used because they are more likely to blow ou...

Page 138: ...he tread or sidewall If damage is observed or suspected have the tire inspected by a tire professional Tires can be damaged during off road use so inspection after off road use is also recommended Age Tires degrade over time even when they are not being used It is recommended that tires generally be replaced after 6 years of normal service Heat caused by hot climates or frequent high loading condi...

Page 139: ...y Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death Additionally the use of non recommended tires and wheels could cause steering suspension axle or transfer case power transfer unit failure If you have questions regarding tire replacement see an authorized dealer Important Rememb...

Page 140: ... a curb or pothole can cause the front end of your vehicle to become misaligned or cause damage to your tires If your vehicle seems to pull to one side when you re driving the wheels may be out of alignment Have your authorized dealer check the wheel alignment periodically Wheel misalignment in the front or the rear can cause uneven and rapid treadwear of your tires and should be corrected by your...

Page 141: ...Your vehicle may be equipped with a dissimilar spare tire wheel A dissimilar spare tire wheel is defined as a spare tire and or wheel that is different in brand size or appearance from the road tires and wheels If you have a dissimilar spare tire wheel it is intended for temporary use only and should not be used in a tire rotation Note After having your tires rotated inflation pressure must be che...

Page 142: ...dissimilar spare tire wheel A dissimilar spare tire wheel is defined as a spare tire and or wheel that is different in brand size or appearance from the road tires and wheels If you have a dissimilar spare tire wheel it is intended for temporary use only and should not be used in a tire rotation Note After having your tires rotated inflation pressure must be checked and adjusted to the vehicle req...

Page 143: ...s a radial type tire 5 15 Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches If you change your wheel size you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter 6 95 Indicates the tire s load index It is an index that relates to how much weight a tire can carry You may find this information in your Owner s Guide If not contact a local tire dealer Note You may not find this information on ...

Page 144: ...resent the week and year the tire was built For example the numbers 317 mean the 31st week of 1997 After 2000 the numbers go to four digits For example 2501 means the 25th week of 2001 The numbers in between are identification codes used for traceability This information is used to contact customers if a tire defect requires a recall 9 M S or M S Mud and Snow or AT All Terrain or AS All Season 10 ...

Page 145: ...ng the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel 13 Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure Indicates the tire manufacturers maximum permissible pressure and or the pressure at which the maximum load can be carried by the tire This pressure is normally higher than the manufacturer...

Page 146: ...ts Indicates the tire s load carrying capabilities and its inflation limits 3 Maximum Load Dual lb kg at psi kPa cold Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a dual defined as four tires on the rear axle a total of six or more tires on the vehicle 4 Maximum Load Single lb kg at psi kPa cold Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single...

Page 147: ...pect ratio which gives the tire s ratio of height to width Numbers of 70 or lower indicate a short sidewall 4 D Indicates a diagonal type tire R Indicates a radial type tire 5 16 Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches If you change your wheel size you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter Location of the Tire Label or Safety Compliance Certification Label You will ...

Page 148: ...hey are no longer needed Do not use tire chains on dry roads The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage Do not remove these components from your vehicle when using snow tires and chains VEHICLE LOADING WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle and or trailer to keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating ca...

Page 149: ...arket or authorized dealer installed equipment has been installed on the vehicle the weight of the equipment must be subtracted from the payload listed on the Tire Label in order to determine the new payload The appropriate loading capacity of your vehicle can be limited either by volume capacity how much space is available or by payload capacity how much weight the vehicle should carry Once you h...

Page 150: ...l equipment When towing trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight GAW Gross Axle Weight is the total weight placed on each axle front and rear including vehicle curb weight and all payload 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Tires Wheels and Loading 150 ...

Page 151: ...Certification Label axle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance engine transmission and or structural damage serious damage to the vehicle loss of control and personal injury Note For trailer towing information refer to Trailer towing found in this chapter or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer GVW Gross Vehicle Weight is the...

Page 152: ...f the loaded vehicle GVW plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer including all cargo and passengers that the vehicle can handle without risking damage Important The towing vehicles braking system is rated for operation at GVWR not at GCWR Separate functional brakes should be used for safe co...

Page 153: ...eplacement tires with a higher limit than the originals do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in serious damage to the vehicle and or personal injury Steps for determining the correct load limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on your vehicle s placard 2 Deter...

Page 154: ...ore to finish that patio you have been planning for the past 2 years Measuring the inside of the vehicle with the rear seat folded down you have room for 12 100 lb 45 kg bags of cement Do you have enough load capacity to transport the cement to your home If you and your friend each weigh 220 lb 99 kg the calculation would be 1 400 2 x 220 12 x 100 1 400 440 1 200 240 lb No you do not have enough c...

Page 155: ...btract them from the GCWR listed for your vehicle series engine transmission and drive axle ratio refer to the chart table in the following text This calculation will give you the maximum trailer weight possible for your vehicle For chassis cabs and pickup trucks with aftermarket equipment Weigh your vehicle at a certified scale and subtract this actual curb weight hitch hardware and the driver s ...

Page 156: ...ould result in engine damage transmission damage structural damage loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover and personal injury Maximum GCWR lb kg Engine Rear axle ratio Manual transmission Automatic transmission F 250 F 350 Single Rear Wheel SRW 5 4L 3 73 15000 6804 16000 7257 4 10 17000 7711 18000 8165 6 8L F 250 4 10 20000 9072 21000 9525 4 30 22000 9979 22500 10206 6 8L F 350 4 10 20000 9072 2...

Page 157: ...g system which includes draw bar hitch ball spring bars and snap up brackets The vertical tongue load of the trailer is distributed between the truck and the trailer by this system Hitch Type Maximum Gross Trailer Weight lb kg Maximum Tongue Weight lb kg 6 8L DRW Pickup 2 5 ID without adapter requires 2 5 drawbar Weight carrying 8000 3629 800 363 Weight distributing 15000 6804 1500 680 6 8L DRW Pi...

Page 158: ...of the load equalizing hitch and may cause unpredictable handling Safety chains Always connect the trailer s safety chains to the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch To connect the trailer s safety chains cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners If you use a rental trailer follow the instructions that the rental agency gives to you Do not attach safety...

Page 159: ...ttons will adjust the TBC s power output to the trailer brakes in 0 5 increments The GAIN setting can be increased to a maximum of 10 0 or decreased to a minimum of 0 no trailer braking Pressing and holding a button will raise or lower the setting continuously 2 Trailer connection indicator This lamp indicates trailer electrical connection status When a successful trailer connection is detected th...

Page 160: ... both trailer and vehicle brake lamps GAIN The GAIN setting is used to set the TBC for the specific towing condition and should be changed as towing conditions change Changes to towing conditions include trailer load vehicle load road conditions and weather The GAIN should be set to provide the maximum trailer braking assistance while ensuring the trailer wheels do not lock when braking Locked tra...

Page 161: ...tivation without a trailer connected TBC FAULT This message is displayed in response to faults sensed by the TBC In the event this message is seen please take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for diagnosis and repair The TBC may still function but performance may be degraded TRAILER FAULT The TBC is capable of determining certain faults in the vehicle wiring and trailer wiring brake system The...

Page 162: ...full performance When the vehicle is turned off the TBC Output is disabled and the display is shut down Reactivation of the ignition from 3 OFF to 4 ON will awaken the TBC module The TBC is only a factory or dealer installed item Ford is not responsible for warranty or performance of the TBC due to misuse or customer installation Do not attempt removal of the TBC without consulting the Workshop Ma...

Page 163: ... different manufacturer other than the road tires on your vehicle your spare tire is considered temporary Consult information on the spare Tire Label or Safety Compliance Certification Label for limitations when using Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances your vehicle will require more frequent service intervals Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for more info...

Page 164: ...f the trailer weight is on the hitch 15 25 for 5th wheel or gooseneck towing Never exceed truck trailer receiver ball tongue tire or coupler loading recommendations Braking The trailer brakes must be inspected and serviced at intervals specified by the manufacturer This includes the shoes drum and trailer brake magnets Electric brakes also require periodic adjustment to keep the shoes properly spa...

Page 165: ...he axles have been submerged in water Axle lubricant quantities are not to be checked unless a leak is suspected RECREATIONAL TOWING This applies to all 4x2 trucks with rear wheel drive capability An example of recreational towing is towing your vehicle behind a motorhome The following recreational towing guidelines are designed to ensure that your transmission is not damaged Place the transmissio...

Page 166: ... fly cannot be towed with any wheels on the ground unless the rear driveshaft is removed and the front hub locks are in free mode with the exception of moving it as a disabled vehicle off the road out of traffic The hub locks can be set to free mode at any time by turning them from AUTO to LOCK and back to AUTO at least two times Always make sure that both hub locks are set to the same position 20...

Page 167: ...e moved from the P Park position without the brake pedal depressed To avoid unwanted vehicle movement always set the parking brake 4 ON all electrical circuits operational Warning lights illuminated Key position when driving 5 START cranks the engine Release the key as soon as the engine starts Preparing to start your vehicle Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system This syst...

Page 168: ...If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically have the vehicle checked If your vehicle is operated in a heavy snow storm or blowing snow conditions the engine air induction may become partially clogged with snow and or ice If this occurs the engine may experience a significant reduction in power output At the earliest opportunity clear all the snow and or ice away from the air inductio...

Page 169: ...re the parking brake is set 2 Make sure the gearshift is in P Park If starting a vehicle with a manual transmission 1 Make sure the parking brake is set 2 Push the clutch pedal to the floor 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Driving 169 ...

Page 170: ... Turn the key to 4 ON without turning the key to 5 START 1 2 3 4 5 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Driving 170 ...

Page 171: ...start within five seconds on the first try turn the key to 3 OFF wait 10 seconds and try again If the engine still fails to start press the accelerator to the floor and try again this will allow the engine to crank with the fuel shut off in case the engine is flooded with fuel Guarding against exhaust fumes Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects...

Page 172: ... gasoline engine have the plug exposed on the driver side of the vehicle vehicles equipped with a Diesel engine have the plug exposed on the passenger side of the vehicle To reduce the risk of electrical shock do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two pronged cheater adapters BRAKES Occasional brake noise is normal If a metal to metal continuous grinding or continuous squeal...

Page 173: ...on is turned on If the light does not illuminate during start up remains on or flashes the ABS may be disabled and may need to be serviced Even when the ABS is disabled normal braking is still effective If your BRAKE warning lamp illuminates with the parking brake released have your brake system serviced immediately Using ABS When hard braking is required apply continuous force on the brake pedal ...

Page 174: ...ngle toward the driver s door To prevent the pedal from releasing too quickly place your left foot on the parking brake pedal then pull the release lever making sure the pedal fully releases You may want to pull the release lever again to make sure the parking brake is full released Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P Park automatic transmis...

Page 175: ...ering system Never hold the steering wheel at its furthest turning points until it stops for more than a few seconds when the engine is running Do not operate the vehicle with a low power steering pump fluid level below the FULL COLD mark on the dipstick If the power steering system breaks down or if the engine is turned off you can steer the vehicle manually but it takes more effort If the steeri...

Page 176: ...nter of gravity than a passenger car Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility and four wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity Utility and four wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off road conditions Avoid ...

Page 177: ...e P Park position without the brake pedal depressed To avoid unwanted vehicle movement always set the parking brake 3 Start the vehicle If it is necessary to use the above procedure to move the gearshift lever it is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle s brakelamps are not operating properly Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter Do not drive your vehicle until you ...

Page 178: ... during this learning process slightly firmer shifts may occur After this learning process normal shift feel and shift scheduling will resume P Park This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from turning To put your vehicle in gear Start the engine Depress the brake pedal Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear To put your vehicle in P Park Come to a complete stop Mo...

Page 179: ...ion is in the D Overdrive position this engine braking will slow the vehicle and assist the driver in controlling the vehicle when descending a grade Depending on driving conditions and load conditions the transmission may downshift slow the vehicle and control the vehicle speed when descending a hill without the accelerator pedal being pressed The amount of downshift braking provided will vary ba...

Page 180: ...ransmission to select an appropriate gear If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shifting between forward and reverse gears stopping between shifts in a steady pattern Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating temperature or damage to the transmission may occur ...

Page 181: ...dal Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal or use the clutch pedal to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill These actions will reduce the life of the clutch Recommended shift speeds Do not overspeed the engine when going downhill or steep grades If equipped use the tachometer and do not allow engine speed to exceed the redline area Operating the engine beyond t...

Page 182: ...n 2 Move the gearshift lever into the neutral position and wait at least three seconds before shifting into R Reverse The gearshift lever can only be moved into R Reverse by moving it from left of 3 Third and 4 Fourth before shifting into R Reverse This is a lockout feature that protects the transmission from accidentally being shifted into R Reverse from Overdrive Parking your vehicle 1 Apply the...

Page 183: ...e generally large and fixed objects when moving in reverse on a flat surface at parking speeds Inclement weather may also affect the function of the RSS this may include reduced performance or a false activation To help avoid personal injury always use caution when in reverse and when using the RSS This system is not designed to prevent contact with small or moving objects The system is designed t...

Page 184: ...ay be heard intermittently or continuously The tone may also be heard if items in the truck bed protrude rearward outside the bed The RSS automatically turns on when the gearshift lever is placed in R Reverse and the ignition is on An RSS control allows the driver to turn the RSS on and off To turn the RSS off the ignition must be on and the gear selector in R Reverse An indicator light on the con...

Page 185: ...sed fuel economy Manual Shift On Stop MSOS 4x4 system if equipped The 4WD system is engaged or disengaged by rotating the control for both front wheel hub locks from the FREE or LOCK position then manually engaging or disengaging the transfer case with the floor mounted shifter For increased fuel economy in 2WD rotate both hub locks to the FREE position For proper operation make sure that each hub...

Page 186: ...moving at a speed below 3 mph 5 km h The 4WD system provides 4x4 High engagement and disengagement while the vehicle is moving is operated by a rotary control located on the instrument panel that allows you select 2WD 4x4 High or 4x4 Low operation uses auto manual hub locks that can be engaged and disengaged automatically based on the 4x4 mode selected auto manual hub locks can be manually overrid...

Page 187: ...r general on road driving Sends power to the rear wheels only 4H 4WD High For winter and off road conditions Sends power to front and rear wheels N Neutral Only used when towing the vehicle 4L 4WD Low For low speed off road applications that require extra power such as steep grades deep sand or pulling a boat out of the water Sends power to front and rear wheels Shifting from 2H 2WD High to 4H 4WD...

Page 188: ... Low 1 Bring the vehicle to a complete stop 2 Place the gearshift lever in N Neutral 3 Move the transfer case shift lever through N Neutral directly to 4L 4WD Low If the shift lever does not or only partially moves to the 4L 4WD Low position perform a shift with the transmission in N Neutral and the vehicle rolling at a speed below 3 mph 5 km h This will ensure the transfer case is fully engaged i...

Page 189: ...ckwards This position should only be used when towing the vehicle 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 Using the Electronic Shift On the Fly ESOF 4WD system if equipped Positions of the electronic shift system The electronic shift 4WD system is designed to allow up ...

Page 190: ...If shifted to 4x4 HIGH 4WD HIGH while at complete stop 4x4 may not engage and the 4x4 indicator may not illuminate until the vehicle is allowed to move at a speed above 1 mph 1 6 km h Do not shift into 4x4 HIGH with the rear wheels slipping Shifting from 4x4 HIGH 4WD High to 2WD 2WD High Rotate the 4WD control to 2WD at any forward speed Disengagement of the transfer case and front hubs may be del...

Page 191: ...ehicle to a complete stop 2 Depress the brake 3 Place the gearshift in N Neutral 4 Move the 4WD control to the 4x4 HIGH 4WD High or 2WD 2WD High position 5 Hold the shift conditions until the LOW RANGE indicator light shuts off 6 If the LOW RANGE indicator light does not shut off within 15 seconds allow the vehicle to move at a speed above 1 mph 1 6 km h then repeat steps 3 through 5 before report...

Page 192: ...n dry hard surfaced roads Doing so will produce excessive noise increase tire wear and may damage drive components 4WD modes are only intended for consistently slippery or loose surfaces Drive slower in strong crosswinds which can affect the normal steering characteristics of your vehicle Be extremely careful when driving on pavement made slippery by loose sand water gravel snow or ice If your veh...

Page 193: ...occur Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes or damage to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may overheat Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph 56 km h The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander Refer to Transmission temperature gauge in the Instrument Cluster chapter for transmission fluid temperature information Emergency maneuvers In an unavoidable emerg...

Page 194: ...sfer case is in the N Neutral position the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest of the driveline Therefore the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P Park or the manual transmission is in gear 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 th...

Page 195: ...of the trail Avoid reducing the tire pressures but shift to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against you and cause the vehicle to become stuck to the point that assistance may be required from another vehicle Remember you may be able to back out the way you came if ...

Page 196: ...eshafts causes an imbalance that could damage drive components Tread Lightly is an educational program designed to increase public awareness of land use regulations and responsibilities in our nations wilderness areas Ford Motor Company joins the U S Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by treadi...

Page 197: ...y shift to a lower gear Your vehicle has anti lock brakes apply the brakes steadily Do not pump the brakes Driving on snow and ice 4WD vehicles have advantages over 2WD vehicles in snow and ice but can skid like any other vehicle Should you start to slide while driving on snowy or icy roads turn the steering wheel in the direction of the slide until you regain control Avoid sudden applications of ...

Page 198: ... make modifications such as adding or removing parts such as lift kits or stabilizer bars or by using replacement parts not equivalent to the original factory equipment Any modifications to a vehicle that raise the center of gravity can make it more likely the vehicle will roll over as a result of a loss of control Ford Motor Company recommends that caution be used with any vehicle equipped with a...

Page 199: ...g through water traction or brake capability may be limited Also water may enter your engine s air intake and severely damage your engine or your vehicle may stall Driving through deep water where the transmission vent tube is submerged may allow water into the transmission and cause internal transmission damage Once through the water always dry the brakes by moving your vehicle slowly while apply...

Page 200: ...s require additional exterior lamps for snowplow equipped vehicles Consult your authorized dealer for additional information Snowplowing with vehicles equipped with a 6 0 Liter Power Stroke diesel engine may result in engine overheating under certain operating conditions unless equipped with the special engine cooling fan clutch that is included with a snow plow package option Operating the vehicl...

Page 201: ...restraint system SRS or its fuses See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Additional equipment such as snowplow equipment may effect the performance of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of injury Please refer to the Body Builders Layout Book for instructions about the appropriate installation of additional equipment Transmission operation while plowing Operate the vehicle with the automatic t...

Page 202: ...h 55 km h The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander Removing the snowplow frame mount A metal crossmember is included below the front bumper on Super Duty vehicles called a BlockerBeam Typical snowplow installations require removal of this BlockerBeam to install the snowplow mounting hardware to the vehicle frame The BlockerBeam must be re installed if the snowplow frame mounting hard...

Page 203: ...if not prohibited by state local or municipal law shall deliver up to 2 0 gallons 7 5L of gasoline or 5 gallons 18 9L of diesel fuel to a disabled vehicle winch out available within 100 feet 30 5 meters of a paved or county maintained road no recoveries towing Ford Mercury Lincoln eligible vehicle towed to an authorized dealer within 35 miles 56 3 km of the disablement location or to the nearest a...

Page 204: ... call 1 800 665 2006 If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself Ford Motor Company will reimburse a reasonable amount To obtain reimbursement information U S Ford or Mercury vehicles customers call 1 800 241 3673 Lincoln vehicle customers call 1 800 521 4140 Canadian customers who need to obtain reimbursement information call 1 800 665 2006 Roadside coverage beyond basic warranty In t...

Page 205: ... not in the ignition Push in the flasher control and all front and rear direction signals will flash Press the flasher control again to turn them off Use it when your vehicle is disabled and is creating a safety hazard for other motorists Note With extended use the flasher may run down your battery 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Roadside Emergencies 205 ...

Page 206: ...et the switch by pushing in on the reset button 4 Turn the ignition on 5 Wait a few seconds and return the key to off 6 Make another check for leaks FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working a fuse may have blown Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components Note Always replace...

Page 207: ...Pink Pink 40A Orange Green Green 50A Red Red Red 60A Blue Yellow 70A Tan Brown 80A Natural Black Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel by the brake pedal Remove the panel cover to access the fuses To remove the fuse panel cover pull the panel downward by the finger slots on top of the panel When the top clips of the panel disengage l...

Page 208: ...press the top clips firmly into place Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses Always replace the cover to the passenger compartment fuse panel before reconnecting the battery If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Roadside ...

Page 209: ...10A Cluster 3 10A Upfitter 3 4 20A Power point Instrument panel 5 10A Upfitter 4 6 Not used 7 30A High beam headlamps Flash to pass 8 20A Back up lamps 9 Not used 10 Not used 11 20A Radio Main 12 20A Cigar lighter OBD II 13 5A Power mirrors 14 Not used 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Roadside Emergencies 209 ...

Page 210: ...only Climate control Diesel engine only 24 15A Tow haul Blower relay Electronic Automatic Temperature Control EATC 25 Not used 26 10A Airbags 27 15A Ignition switch RUN feed 28 10A Trailer tow EBC logic 29 10A Customer access 30 15A High beam headlamps 31 15A Starter relay 32 5A Radio start 33 15A Cluster 4x4 Wipers 34 10A BOO switch Low current 35 10A Instrument cluster 36 Not used 37 15A Horn 38...

Page 211: ... 103 30A Ignition switch 104 Not used 105 Not used 106 Not used 107 20A Trailer tow battery charge 108 30A Upfitter 1 109 30A Upfitter 2 110 30A Ignition switch 111 Not used 112 30A Power seat Driver 113 30A Starter 114 30A Power seat Passenger 115 20A Upfitter control 116 30A Ignition switch 210 Not used 211 1 2 ISO relay Back up lamps 212 Not used 301 Full ISO relay Trailer tow battery charge 30...

Page 212: ...ine compartment The power distribution box contains high current fuses that protect your vehicle s main electrical systems from overloads Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses To reduce risk of electrical shock always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs If the battery has been disconnected and rec...

Page 213: ... used 5 50A Injector Driver Module IDM Diesel engine only 6 Not used 7 Not used 8 Shunt 9 20A Trailer tow turn signals 10 10A Powertrain Control Module PCM keep alive power Canister vent solenoid gasoline engine only 11 10A Anti lock Brake System ABS 12 2A Brake pressure switch 13 15A Daytime Running Lamps DRL 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Roadside Emergencies 213 ...

Page 214: ...ils 23 60A ABS Pump 201 1 2 ISO relay Trailer tow right turn signal stop lamp 202 1 2 ISO relay Trailer tow left turn signal stop lamp 203 1 2 ISO relay A C clutch 204 Not used 205 1 2 ISO relay DRL 1 206 1 2 ISO relay DRL 2 301 Full ISO relay DRL 3 302 Not used 303 Full ISO relay Blower 304 High current relay IDM Diesel engine only Cartridge Fuse Mini Fuses Maxi fuse 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Ow...

Page 215: ...e of tire sealants may damage your tires Dissimilar spare tire wheel information Failure to follow these guidelines could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control injury or death If you have a dissimilar spare tire wheel then it is intended for temporary use only This means that if you need to use it you should replace it as soon as possible with a road tire wheel that is the same si...

Page 216: ...ercial car washing equipment Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheel location can lead to impairment of the following Handling stability and braking performance Comfort and noise Ground clearance and parking at curbs Winter weather driving capability Wet weather driving capability It is not recommended that the vehicle be opera...

Page 217: ...possible T type Mini spare tire information Harley Davidson only Your vehicle may be equipped with a temporary spare tire This spare tire is considered temporary Replace the temporary spare with a tire of the same size speed rating and load carrying capacity as the other road tires as soon as possible When driving with the temporary spare tire do not Exceed 50 mph 80 km h Load the vehicle beyond m...

Page 218: ...d rearmost seat on passenger side SuperCab with rear bench seat Under rear bench on passenger side Jack handle and lug wrench Regular cab Fastened to floor behind front seat Super Cab Fastened to floor under rear seat Crew Cab Fastened to floor behind rear seat Key spare tire lock In the glove box Removing the spare tire with spare tire carrier only 1 The following tools are required to remove the...

Page 219: ...andle through the bumper hole and into the guide tube The key and lock will engage with a slight push and counterclockwise turn Some resistance will be felt when turning the jack handle assembly 4 Turn the handle counterclockwise and lower the spare tire until you can slide the tire rearward and the cable is slack 5 Remove the retainer through the center of the wheel 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Own...

Page 220: ...e off and block the diagonally opposite wheel block not provided 3 Remove the jack jack handle lug wrench and spare tire from the stowage locations 4 Use the tip of the lug wrench to remove any wheel trim 5 Loosen each wheel lug nut one half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground When one of the rear wheels is off the ground the transmission alone wil...

Page 221: ...oted 6 Insert the hooked end of the jack handle into the jack and use the handle to slide the jack under the vehicle 7 Position the jack according to the following guides Front 4x2 Front driver side 4x4 Note Make sure the jack fits onto the flat area on the outboard side of the differential 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Roadside Emergencies 221 ...

Page 222: ... lessen the risk of personal injury do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack The jack is only meant for changing the tire 8 Turn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel is completely off the ground and high enough to install the spare tire 9 Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 ...

Page 223: ...y turning the jack handle counterclockwise Go to step 19 The following steps apply to F 350 DRW and F 450 F 550 vehicles only 12 Slide the notched end of the jack handle over the release valve and use the handle to slide the jack under the vehicle Make sure the valve is closed by turning it clockwise 13 Position the jack according to the following guides Front 4x2 F 350 DRW Note Place jack directl...

Page 224: ...nt F 450 F 550 Rear F 450 F 550 14 Insert the jack handle into the pump linkage 15 Use an up and down motion with the jack handle to raise the wheel completely off the ground Hydraulic jacks are equipped with a pressure release valve that prevents lifting loads which exceed the jack s rated capacity 16 Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt US...

Page 225: ...owered 18 Lower the wheel by slowly turning the release valve counterclockwise Opening the release valve slowly will provide a more controlled rate of descent The following steps apply to all vehicles 19 Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts in the order shown Refer to Wheel lug nut torque specifications later in this chapter for the proper lug nut torque specification 8 lug nut torque se...

Page 226: ...the jack handle increases significantly and the spare tire carrier ratchets or slips when the tire is raised to the maximum tightness Tighten to the best of your ability to the point where the ratchet slip occurs if possible The spare tire carrier will not allow you to overtighten If the spare tire carrier ratchets or slips with little effort take the vehicle to your authorized dealer for assistan...

Page 227: ...are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners On all two piece flat wheel nuts apply one drop of motor oil between the flat washer and the nut Do not apply motor oil to the wheel nut threads or the wheel stud threads When a wheel is installed always remove any corrosion dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or t...

Page 228: ... 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 battery of the disabled vehicle as this could damage the vehicle s electrical system 3 Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touc...

Page 229: ... discharged battery Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 Connect the other end of the positive cable to the positive terminal of the assisting battery 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Roadside Emergencies 229 ...

Page 230: ...not use fuel lines engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative terminal of the battery to be jumped A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery 5 Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades belts moving parts of both engines or any fuel delivery system parts 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners...

Page 231: ...isconnecting the jumper cables Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected 1 Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 Remove the jumper cable on the negative connection of the booster vehicle s battery 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners ...

Page 232: ...from the positive terminal of the disabled vehicle s battery After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Roadside Emergencies 232 ...

Page 233: ... the wheels off the ground However a wheel lift may be used to lift the rear of the vehicle so long as depending on vehicle configurations the following preparations are met On Electronic Shift On the Fly ESOF vehicles the 4WD control is turned to the 2WD position prior to towing On manual shift transfer case vehicles the front wheel hub locks are in the UNLOCKED position prior to towing Note Towi...

Page 234: ...an outer rear wheel must be removed prior to using a wheel lift wrecker If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly vehicle damage may occur Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook up and towing procedures for your vehicle 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA ...

Page 235: ...ns or are unsatisfied with the service you are receiving follow these steps 1 Contact your Sales Representative or Service Advisor at your selling servicing authorized dealer 2 If your inquiry or concern remains unresolved contact the Sales Manager Service Manager or Customer Relations Manager 3 If you require assistance or clarification on Ford Motor Company policies or procedures please contact ...

Page 236: ...tomersaskford com In Canada Lincoln Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited P O Box 2000 Oakville Ontario L6J 5E4 1 800 387 9333 www lincolncanada com In order to help you service your Lincoln vehicle please have the following information available when contacting the Lincoln Centre Your telephone number home and business The name of the authorized dealer and the city where the authorized deal...

Page 237: ...the buyer in an amount equal to the actual price paid or payable by the consumer less a reasonable allowance for consumer use The consumer has the right to choose whether to receive a refund or replacement vehicle California Civil Code Section 1793 22 b presumes that the manufacturer has had a reasonable number of attempts to conform the vehicle to its applicable express warranties if within the f...

Page 238: ... not bound by the decision but may choose to accept it If you choose to accept the BBB AUTO LINE decision then Ford must abide by the accepted decision as well If the arbitrator has decided in your favor and you accept the decision the BBB AUTO LINE program will contact you to ensure that Ford has complied with the decision in a timely manner Disputes submitted to the BBB AUTO LINE program are usu...

Page 239: ... FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN You can get more protection for your new car or light truck by purchasing Ford Extended Service Plan Ford ESP coverage It provides the following Benefits during the warranty period depending on the plan you purchase such as reimbursement for rentals coverage for certain maintenance and wear items Protection against covered repair costs after your Bumper to Bumper Warran...

Page 240: ...fficulty importing your vehicle back into the U S If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in Central or South America the Caribbean or the Middle East contact the nearest authorized dealer If the authorized dealer cannot help you write or call FORD MOTOR COMPANY WORLDWIDE DIRECT MARKET OPERATIONS 1555 Fairlane Drive Fairlane Business Park 3 Allen Park Michigan 48101 U S ...

Page 241: ...h you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Ford Motor Company If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Ford ...

Page 242: ...pings and insect deposits because they can cause damage to the vehicle s paintwork and trim over time Remove any exterior accessories such as antennas before entering a car wash Suntan lotions and insect repellents can damage any painted surface if these substances come in contact with your vehicle wash off as soon as possible If your vehicle is equipped with running boards do not use rubber plast...

Page 243: ...water Never apply any cleaning chemical to hot or warm wheel rims or covers Some automatic car washes may cause damage to the finish on your wheel rims or covers Chemical strength cleaners or cleaning chemicals in combination with brush agitation to remove brake dust and dirt could wear away the clearcoat finish over time Do not use hydrofluoric acid based or high caustic based wheel cleaners stee...

Page 244: ...hted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine 5 4L V8 gasoline engine 6 8L V10 gasoline engine PLASTIC NON PAINTED EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts These products are available from your authorized dealer 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Cleaning 244 ...

Page 245: ...Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate ZC 32 A available from your authorized dealer This washer fluid contains special solution in addition to alcohol which helps to remove the hot wax deposited on the wiper blade and windshield from automated car wash facilities Be sure to replace wiper blades when they appear worn or do not function properly Do not use abrasives as they may cause scratches Do no...

Page 246: ...s these actions may weaken the belt webbing LEATHER SEATS IF EQUIPPED EXCEPT FOR THE KING RANCH F 250 AND F 350 CREWCAB Your leather seating surfaces have a clear protective coating over the leather For King Ranch F 250 and F 350 CrewCab leather seats refer to separate section in this chapter To clean use a soft cloth with Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner ZC 11 A Dry the area with a sof...

Page 247: ...aned using a commercially available cleaning product Tanners Preserve Leather Cleaner and a 3M Type T scrubbing pad Clean spills as quickly as possible Test any cleaner or stain remover on an inconspicuous part of the leather as cleaners may darken the leather For more specific cleaning information contact the King Ranch Saddle Shop at 1 800 282 KING 5464 Do not spill coffee ketchup mustard orange...

Page 248: ...underside of your vehicle frequently Keep body and door drain holes free from packed dirt Note Use care when using a power washer to clean the driveline especially the driveshaft and interfacing components The high pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage FORD LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your authorized dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehi...

Page 249: ...Wash Concentrate U S only ZC 17 B Motorcraft Premium Glass Cleaner Canada only CXC 100 Motorcraft Premium Liquid Wax ZC 53 A Motorcraft Professional Strength Carpet Upholstery Cleaner ZC 54 Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover U S only ZC 14 Motorcraft Tire Clean and Shine ZC 28 Motorcraft Triple Clean U S only ZC 13 Motorcraft Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner ZC 23 Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner Canada onl...

Page 250: ... performance in your vehicle PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE Do not work on a hot engine Make sure that nothing gets caught in moving parts Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space unless you are sure you have enough ventilation Keep all open flames and other burning cigarettes material away from the battery and all fuel related parts Working with the engine of...

Page 251: ...oved and do not remove it while the engine is running OPENING THE HOOD 1 Inside the vehicle pull the hood release handle located under the bottom left corner of the instrument panel 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch located under the right center of the hood Slide the handle to release the auxiliary latch 3 Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it open 2006 F 2...

Page 252: ...mission fluid dipstick automatic transmission 2 Air filter assembly 3 Engine coolant reservoir 4 Brake fluid reservoir 5 Clutch fluid reservoir manual transmission 6 Power distribution box 7 Power steering fluid reservoir 8 Engine oil dipstick 9 Engine oil filler cap 10 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 11 Battery 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Specif...

Page 253: ...smission 2 Engine coolant reservoir 3 Brake fluid reservoir 4 Clutch fluid reservoir manual transmission 5 Power distribution box 6 Power steering fluid reservoir 7 Air filter assembly 8 Engine oil dipstick 9 Engine oil filler cap 10 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 11 Battery 1 2 3 4 5 10 9 8 7 6 11 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 253 ...

Page 254: ... or washer system If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 40 F 4 5 C use washer fluid with antifreeze protection Failure to use washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could result in impaired windshield vision and increase the risk of injury or accident Note Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir Washer fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine ...

Page 255: ... the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil 1 Make sure the vehicle is on level ground 2 Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan 3 Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P Park automatic transmission or 1 First manual transmission 4 Open the hood Prot...

Page 256: ... 5 4L V8 engine 6 8L V10 engine 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 256 ...

Page 257: ...chapter 2 If the engine oil level is not within the normal range add only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening 3 Recheck the engine oil level Make sure the oil level is not above the MAX mark on the engine oil level indicator dipstick 4 Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated 5 Fully ...

Page 258: ...rformance meeting all requirements for your vehicle s engine Do not use supplemental engine oil additives cleaners or other engine treatments They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that is not covered by Ford warranty Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance information Ford production and aftermarket Motorcraft oil f...

Page 259: ...ield make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or replaced For longer trouble free operation keep the top of the battery clean and dry Also make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened to the battery terminals If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals remove the cables from the terminals and clean with a wire brush You can neutralize the acid with a s...

Page 260: ...ician immediately Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling For information on transmission operation after the battery has been disconnected refer to Shift strategy in the Driving chapter Because your vehicle s engine is also electronically controlled by a computer some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery When...

Page 261: ...t concentration should be maintained at 50 50 coolant and distilled water which equates to a freeze point of 34 F 36 C Coolant concentration testing is possible with a hydrometer or antifreeze tester such as the Rotunda Battery and Antifreeze Tester 014 R1060 The level of coolant should be maintained at the FULL COLD level or within the COLD FILL RANGE in the coolant reservoir If the level falls b...

Page 262: ...interval the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty If the reservoir is low or empty add engine coolant to the reservoir Refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter Note Automotive fluids are not interchangeable do not use engine coolant antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location Adding engine coolant When adding coolant make sure it i...

Page 263: ...led coolant can result in degraded corrosion protection A large amount of water without engine coolant may be added in case of emergency to reach a vehicle service location In this instance the cooling system must be drained and refilled with a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water as soon as possible Water alone without engine coolant can cause engine damage from corrosion overheati...

Page 264: ...full 6 Replace the cap Turn until tightly installed Cap must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss After any coolant has been added check the coolant concentration refer to Checking engine coolant If the concentration is not 50 50 protection to 34 F 36 C drain some coolant and adjust the concentration It may take several drains and additions to obtain a 50 50 coolant concentration Whenever ...

Page 265: ...se the overheat protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate freeze protection at the temperatures in which you drive in the winter months If you drive in extremely hot climates It is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentration above 40 NEV...

Page 266: ...inder operation Each disabled cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine When this occurs the vehicle will still operate However The engine power will be limited The air conditioning system will be disabled Continued operation will increase the engine temperature and the engine will completely shut down causing steering and braking effort to increase Once the engine temperature cools the en...

Page 267: ...mer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel system if an authorized Motorcraft fuel filter is not used WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank The pressure in an overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire The fuel system may be under pressure If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissin...

Page 268: ... seek medical attention Failure to seek proper medical attention could lead to permanent injury Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin If fuel is splashed on the skin and or clothing promptly remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water Repeated or prolonged skin contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes skin irritation Be particularly careful if you are...

Page 269: ...ctions on the pump island Turn off your engine when you are refueling Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Stay outside your vehicle and do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling you vehicle this is against the law in some places Keep children away from the fuel pump never let children pump fuel Fuel filler c...

Page 270: ...o not use the proper fuel filler cap excessive pressure or vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision which may result in possible personal injury Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED FUEL The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by law and could damage your vehicle Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic ...

Page 271: ...commended for vehicles designed to use Regular unleaded gasoline because it may cause these problems to become more pronounced If the problems persist see your authorized dealer It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel tank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octane rating Aftermarket products could cause damage to the fuel system Repairs to c...

Page 272: ...iles 3 000 miles 3 000 km 5 000 km Filling the tank The advertised fuel capacity of the fuel tank on your vehicle is equal to the rated refill capacity of the fuel tank as listed in the Refill capacities section of this chapter The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and the empty reserve combined Indicated capacity is the difference in the amount of fuel in a full tank and...

Page 273: ...er reading from the current odometer reading 5 Follow one of the simple calculations in order to determine fuel economy Calculation 1 Divide total miles traveled by total gallons used Calculation 2 Multiply liters used by 100 then divide by total kilometers traveled Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving city or highway This will provide an accurate estimate of the veh...

Page 274: ...ile driving may reduce fuel economy Combine errands and minimize stop and go driving Maintenance Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel economy Use recommended engine oil Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items Follow the recommended maintenance sche...

Page 275: ...expected on the vehicle under optimum conditions Your fuel economy may vary depending upon the method of operation and conditions EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a catalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply with applicable exhaust emission standards To make sure that the catalytic converter and other emission control c...

Page 276: ...it from working Information about your vehicle s emission system is on the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on or near the engine This decal identifies engine displacement and gives some tune up specifications Please consult your Warranty Guide for complete emission warranty information On board diagnostics OBD II Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine ...

Page 277: ...trument Cluster chapter Your vehicle may not pass the I M test with the light on If the vehicle s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced the on board diagnostics system is reset to a not ready for I M test condition To ready the on board diagnostics system for I M testing a minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary as described below First at least 10 minutes ...

Page 278: ...the fluid level is low Add fluid to bring fluid level up to be between the arrows in the FULL COLD range 3 Start the engine 4 While the engine idles turn the steering wheel left and right several times 5 Turn the engine off 6 Recheck the fluid level on the dipstick Do not add fluid if the level is between the arrows in the FULL COLD range 7 If the fluid is low add fluid in small amounts continuous...

Page 279: ...nce information for the service interval schedules Use only a DOT 3 brake fluid designed to meet Ford specification ESA M6C25 A Refer to Lubricant Specifications in this chapter Brake fluid is toxic If brake fluid contacts the eyes flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes Seek medical attention if irritation persists If taken internally drink water and induce vomiting Seek medical attention im...

Page 280: ...at high speeds in city traffic during hot weather or pulling a trailer the vehicle should be turned off for about 30 minutes to allow fluid to cool before checking 1 Drive the vehicle 20 miles 30 km or until it reaches normal operating temperature 2 Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake 3 With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal start the engine an...

Page 281: ...The transmission fluid should be in this range if at ambient temperature 50 F 95 F 10 C 35 C High fluid level Fluid levels above the safe range may result in transmission failure An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and or engagement concerns and or possible damage High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Befor...

Page 282: ...mission fluid filter if equipped The TorqShift automatic transmission is equipped with a serviceable external fluid filter mounted on the frame rail Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for service intervals To replace the transmission filter 1 Shut off the engine 2 Unscrew filter housing 3 Replace filter with a new authorized Motorcraft filter element Refer to the Motorcraft part number...

Page 283: ...he bottom of the opening 4 Add enough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is at the bottom of the opening 5 Install and tighten the fill plug securely Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 283 ...

Page 284: ...E If the original universal joints are replaced with universal joints equipped with grease fittings lubrication will be necessary Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for maintenance intervals AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element When changing the air filter element use only the Motorcraft ...

Page 285: ...vehicle and lift air filter element up and out of housing The air filter box needs to be free of any debris before installing a new air filter 3 Install a new air filter element into the tray assembly 4 Return air filter tray to original position by pressing firmly on the handle until all rearward movement stops and secure the two clamps 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fu...

Page 286: ...w air filter element 5 Reassemble the two halves of the air filter housing aligning the notches and slots Secure the clamps making sure not to crimp the air filter edges between the two halves of the air filter housing This could cause filter damage and allow unmetered air to enter the engine if not properly seated 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Speci...

Page 287: ...anging the PCV valve Replace the PCV valve with one that meets Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle such as a Motorcraft or equivalent replacement part The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the emissions system if such a PCV valve is not used 2 For spark plug replacement see your authorized dealer Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate ...

Page 288: ... Lubricant F 450 550 Dana S110 S130 1 14 0 pints 6 6L Brake fluid and clutch fluid if equipped Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid All Fill to line or step for clutch on reservoir Engine coolant gas engines2 Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant yellow colored 5 4L V8 engine with A C 26 4 quarts 25 0L 6 8L V10 engine 27 5 quarts 26 0L Engine coolant diesel engine2 Motorcra...

Page 289: ...ip tank optional on Chassis Cab 19 0 gallons 71 9L Short box 30 5 gallons 115 5L Long box 38 0 gallons 143 9L Aft axle 40 0 gallons 151 4L Power steering fluid Motorcraft MERCON威 ATF All Fill to FULL COLD range on dipstick Transfer case fluid Motorcraft MERCON威 ATF 4x4 vehicles 2 0 quarts 1 9L Manual transmission fluid Motorcraft MERCON威 ATF 6 speed manual 5 8 quarts 5 5L 4 Automatic transmission ...

Page 290: ...erval MERCON威 MERCON威 V and MERCON威 SP are not interchangeable DO NOT mix MERCON威 MERCON威 V and MERCON威 SP Use of dual usage fluids in an automatic transmission application requiring MERCON威 SP may cause transmission damage Use of a transmission fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage 4 Service refill capacity is determined by filling the transmission to the bottom of ...

Page 291: ...5W140 QL WSL M2C192 A Motorcraft SAE 75W 90 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant Dana 80 1 XY 75W90 QLS WSS M2C918 A Motorcraft SAE 75W 140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant Dana S110 S130 axles 1 XY 75W140 QL WSL M2C192 A Brake fluid and clutch fluid if equipped Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid PM 1 ESA M6C25 A or WSS M6C62 A Engine coolant Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant y...

Page 292: ...ESB M1C93 B Lock cylinders Motorcraft Penetrating and Lock Lubricant XL 1 none Transmission parking brake linkages and pivots brake and clutch pedal shaft if equipped Motorcraft Premium Long Life Grease XG 1 C or XG 1 K ESA M1C75 B Steering linkage knuckle ball joints F 450 550 and trackbar ball joint F 450 550 Motorcraft Premium Long Life Grease XG 1 C or XG 1 K WSD M1C227 A Power steering fluid ...

Page 293: ...a synthetic lubricant but do require a change Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for change intervals on Dana rear axles 2 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick handle Check the container to verify the fluid being added is of the correct type Refer to your scheduled maintenance information to determine the...

Page 294: ...x2 inches mm Regular Cab 4x4 inches mm SuperCab 4x2 inches mm SuperCab 4x4 inches mm 1 Overall height 76 5 1943 79 1 2009 76 8 1951 b 79 4 2017 b 2 Track Front Rear 68 3 1734 67 2 1706 68 3 1736 67 2 1706 68 3 1734 67 2 1706 68 3 1736 67 2 1706 3 Overall width 99 5 2527 c 99 5 2527 c 99 5 2527 c 99 5 2527 c 4 Wheelbase 137 0 3480 137 0 3480 141 8 3602 a 158 0 4013 b 141 8 3602 a 158 0 4013 b 5 Ove...

Page 295: ...79 9 2029 2 Track Front Rear 68 3 1734 67 2 1706 68 3 1736 67 2 1706 68 3 1734 67 2 1706 68 3 1736 67 2 1706 3 Overall width including standard side view mirrors 99 5 2527 99 5 2527 99 5 2527 99 5 2527 4 Wheelbase 156 2 3967 156 2 3967 172 4 4379 172 4 4379 5 Overall length 245 6 6238 245 6 6238 261 8 6650 261 8 6650 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Spe...

Page 296: ...2 c f 79 6 2022 d 2a Track Front 68 3 1734 a 68 9 1751 b 68 3 1736 c 69 0 1753 d 68 3 1734 a 68 9 1751 b 68 3 1736 c 69 0 1753 d 68 3 1734 a 68 9 1751 b 68 3 1736 c 69 0 1753 d 68 3 1734 a 68 9 1751 b 68 3 1736 c 69 0 1753 d 2b Track Rear 68 1 1730 a c 71 0 1803 b d 68 1 1730 a c 71 0 1803 b d 67 2 1706 a c 74 6 1896 b d 67 2 1706 a c 74 6 1896 b d 3 Overall width 106 4 2703 g 106 4 2703 g 99 5 25...

Page 297: ...w Cab Dimension Body style Crew Cab Chassis Cab inches mm Crew Cab Short box inches mm Crew Cab Long box inches mm 1 Overall height 77 9 1979 a 77 9 1979 b 81 8 2078 c 80 8 2052 d 77 8 1976 a 77 6 1971 b 81 8 2078 c 80 1 2035 d 77 6 1971 a 77 4 1966 b 81 7 2075 c 80 0 2032 d 2a Track Front 68 3 1734 a 68 9 1751 b 68 3 1736 c 69 0 1753 d 68 3 1734 a 68 9 1751 b 68 3 1736 c 69 0 1753 d 68 3 1734 a 6...

Page 298: ...sis 4x2 inches mm Regular Cab Chassis 4x4 inches mm SuperCab Chassis 4x2 4x4 inches mm Crew Cab Chassis 4x2 4x4 inches mm 1 Overall height 80 6 2047 a 80 5 2045 b c 80 2 2037 d 80 7 2050 a 80 5 2045 b 80 0 2032 c d 80 5 2045 80 8 2052 4x2 80 9 2055 4x4 2 Track Front Rear 74 8 1900 74 0 1880 74 8 1900 74 0 1880 74 8 1900 74 0 1880 74 8 1900 74 0 1880 3 Overall width 106 4 2703 g 106 4 2703 g 106 4 ...

Page 299: ...86 mm wheel base c 188 8 4795 mm wheel base d 200 8 5100 mm wheel base e 176 2 4475 mm wheel base f 200 2 5085 mm wheel base g Including standard side view mirrors F 550 Dimension Body style Regular Cab Chassis Cab 4x2 inches mm Regular Cab Chassis Cab 4x4 inches mm Crew Cab Chassis Cab 4x2 inches mm Crew Cab Chassis Cab 4x4 inches mm 1 Overall height 81 7 2075 a 81 4 2068 b c 81 1 2060 d 81 7 207...

Page 300: ... 8 4186 188 8 4796 200 8 5100 140 8 3576 164 8 4186 188 8 4796 200 8 5100 161 8 4110 176 2 4475 200 2 5085 5 Overall length 225 6 5730 a 249 6 6340 b 273 6 6949 c 285 6 7254 d 225 6 5730 a 249 6 6340 b 273 6 6949 c 285 6 7254 d 246 6 6264 261 0 6629 e 285 0 7239 f a 140 8 3576 mm wheel base b 164 8 4186 mm wheel base c 188 8 4795 mm wheel base d 200 8 5100 mm wheel base e 176 2 4475 mm wheel base ...

Page 301: ...2 3 1 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Maintenance and Specifications 301 ...

Page 302: ...ty Compliance Certification Label is located on the structure by the trailing edge of the driver s door or the edge of the driver s door Vehicle identification number VIN The vehicle identification number is attached to a metal tag and is located on the driver side instrument panel Please note that in the graphic XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX 2006 F...

Page 303: ...can find a transmission transaxle code on the vehicle Safety Compliance Certification Label The following table tells you which transmission or transaxle each code represents Code Description 5 Six speed manual Dana ZF S6 650 7 Six speed manual Dana ZF M6HD W T Five speed automatic TorqShift gas engines B Five speed automatic TorqShift diesel engine 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 200...

Page 304: ...efit 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000 km whichever occurs first or the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty This means that Genuine Ford Accessories purchased along with your new vehicle and installed by the authorized dealer are covered for the full length of your New Vehicle s Limited Warranty 3 years or 36 000 miles 60 000 km whichever occurs first Contact your authorized dealer for d...

Page 305: ...lt your authorized dealer for specific weight information The Federal Communications Commission FCC and Canadian Radio Telecommunications Commission CRTC regulate the use of mobile communications systems such as two way radios telephones and theft alarms that are equipped with radio transmitters Any such equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC regulations and should be i...

Page 306: ...accessories or components that are added to the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA fus Accessories 306 ...

Page 307: ...id treating emergencies 259 jumping a disabled battery 228 maintenance free 259 replacement specifications 287 servicing 259 BeltMinder 104 Brakes 172 anti lock 173 anti lock brake system ABS warning light 173 fluid checking and adding 279 fluid refill capacities 288 fluid specifications 291 lubricant specifications 291 parking 174 shift interlock 177 trailer 159 Break in period 5 Bulbs 46 C Capac...

Page 308: ...ration Program 238 D Daytime running lamps see Lamps 40 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid 280 engine oil 255 Doors lubricant specifications 291 Driveline universal joint and slip yoke 284 Driving under special conditions 180 193 196 sand 195 snow and ice 197 through water 195 199 E Electronic message center 68 69 Emergencies roadside jump starting 228 Emergency Flashers 205 Emission control sy...

Page 309: ...ality 271 running out of fuel 272 safety information relating to automotive fuels 267 Fuel pump shut off switch 206 Fuses 206 207 G Gas cap see Fuel cap 269 Gas mileage see Fuel economy 272 Gauges 16 transmission fluid temperature gauge 20 H Hazard flashers 205 Head restraints 90 Headlamps 39 aiming 41 43 autolamp system 39 daytime running lights 40 flash to pass 41 high beam 41 replacing bulbs 46...

Page 310: ...nglish metric button 74 system check button 73 warning messages 75 Mirrors 55 automatic dimming rearview mirror 58 fold away 60 heated 58 side view mirrors power 58 signal 59 Moon roof 66 Motorcraft parts 267 287 O Octane rating 271 Oil see Engine oil 255 Overdrive 55 P Parking brake 174 Parts see Motorcraft parts 287 Pedals see Power adjustable foot pedals 61 Power adjustable foot pedals 61 Power...

Page 311: ...k plugs specifications 287 294 Special notice 9 ambulance conversions 8 diesel powered vehicles 7 utility type vehicles 8 Specification chart lubricants 291 Speed control 61 Starting your vehicle 167 168 171 jump starting 228 Steering wheel controls 66 tilting 54 T Tailgate 78 79 Tilt steering wheel 54 Tires 131 132 alignment 140 care 137 changing 220 checking the pressure 136 inspecting and infla...

Page 312: ...al operation 180 Turn signal 45 U Upfitter controls 64 V Vehicle dimensions 294 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 302 Vehicle loading 148 Ventilating your vehicle 172 W Warning lights see Lights 12 Washer fluid 254 Water Driving through 199 Windows power 57 Windshield washer fluid and wipers 54 checking and adding fluid 254 replacing wiper blades 254 Wrecker towing 233 2006 F 250 350 450 550 f23 O...