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Adjusting
the
front
power
seat
(if
equipped)
The
control
is
located
on
the
outboard
side
of
the
seat
cushion.
Press
to
raise
or
lower
the
front
portion
of
the
seat
cushion.
Press
to
raise
or
lower
the
rear
portion
of
the
seat
cushion.
Press
the
control
to
move
the
seat
forward,
backward,
up
or
down.
Seating
and
Safety
Restraints
68
67
69
Table of Contents
Default Chapter
1
Table of Contents
1
Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
3
Introduction
3
Warning Symbols
4
Breaking-In Your Vehicle
4
Notice to Owners of Pickup Trucks and Utility Type Vehicles
6
Using Your Vehicle as an Ambulance
6
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
8
Instrument Cluster
10
Check Fuel Cap Light/Check Gage Light
10
Service Engine Soon Light
10
Warning and Control Lights
10
Warning Lights and Chimes
10
Air Bag Readiness Light
11
Anti-Lock Brake System Light
11
Brake System Warning Light
11
Check Air Suspension Light
11
Door Ajar Light
12
Key-In-Ignition Warning Chime
12
Speed Control Light
12
Transmission Control Indicator Light
12
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
13
Gauges
13
Odometer
13
Speedometer
13
Battery Voltage Gauge
14
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
14
Tachometer
14
Trip Odometer
14
Fuel Gauge
15
Transmission Fluid Temperature Gauge
15
Entertainment Systems
17
AM/FM Stereo Cassette with CD
17
AM/FM Stereo Cassette
19
Premium AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Single CD
22
Premium In-Dash Six CD Sound System
26
AM/FM Stereo with CD
26
CD Changer
28
If Your CD Changer Is Located under the Rear Bench
30
To Remove Discs
30
Radio Frequencies
30
Radio Reception Factors
31
Cassette/Player Care
31
CD/CD Player Care
31
Climate Controls
33
Heater Only System
33
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System
34
To Aid in Side Window Defogging/Demisting in Cold Weather
35
Lights
36
Autolamp Control
36
Headlamp Control
36
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
37
Foglamp Control
37
High Beams
37
Aiming the Headlamps
38
Flash to Pass
38
Panel Dimmer Control
38
Turn Signal Control
38
Bulb Replacement
39
Courtesy/Reading Bulbs
39
Using the Right Bulbs
39
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs (Aerodynamic)
40
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs (Sealed Beam)
40
Replacing Front Parking/Turn Signal Bulbs
41
Replacing Tail Lamp/Turn/Backup Lamp Bulbs
42
Replacing Cargo Lamp and High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs
43
Replacing Roof Marker Bulbs
43
Replacing Foglamp Bulbs
44
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs
44
Driver Controls
45
Windshield Wiper/Washer Control
45
Changing the Wiper Blades
45
Tilt Steering Wheel
46
Illuminated Visor Mirror
46
Overhead Console
46
Storage Compartment
46
Auxiliary Power Point
47
Install a Garage Door Opener
47
Power Windows
48
One Touch down
48
Window Lock
48
Accessory Delay
48
Power Side View Mirrors
49
Power Adjustable Foot Pedals
49
Fold-Away Mirrors
49
Speed Control
50
Resuming a Set Speed
51
Increasing Speed While Using Speed Control
51
Reducing Speed While Using Speed Control
51
Turning off Speed Control
52
Indicator Light
52
Center Console
53
Trip Computer
53
Message Center
53
English/Metric Display
54
Mode Control
54
Average Fuel Economy Display
54
Fuel Range
55
Outside Air Temperature
55
Compass
55
Compass Zone Adjustment
56
Compass Calibration Adjustment
56
Tailgate Lock
57
Tailgate Removal
57
Locks and Security
58
Keys
58
Power Door Lock
58
Smart Locks
58
Childproof Door Locks
59
Remote Entry System
59
Anti-Theft System
60
Locking the Doors
60
Power Door Unlock Disable Feature
60
Unlocking the Doors
60
Replacing the Battery
61
Sounding a Panic Alarm
61
How to Reprogram Your Remote Entry Transmitters
62
Replacing Lost Remote Entry Transmitters
62
Autolock
63
Illuminated Entry
63
Relock
63
Deactivating/Activating the Autolock Feature
64
Full Bench Seat
65
Seating and Safety Restraints
65
40/20/40 Front Seat Armrest and Console
66
40/20/40 Split Bench Seat
66
Seating and Safety Restraints
66
Captain’s Chair
67
Adjusting the Front Power Seat
68
Folding up the Rear Seats
69
Heated Seats
69
Using the Manual Lumbar Support
69
Safety Restraints Precautions
70
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
71
How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
72
Vehicle Sensitive Mode
72
Energy Management Feature
73
How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
73
Safety Belt Pretensioner
74
Safety Belt Replacement Label
74
Front Safety Belt Height Adjustment
75
Adjusting the Center Lap Belt
76
Lap Belts
76
Beltminder
77
Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime
77
Deactivating/Activating the Beltminder Feature
79
One Time Disable (Beltminder)
79
Beltminder Activation and Deactivation Procedure
80
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
81
Safety Belt Maintenance
81
Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
82
Important SRS Precautions
82
How Does the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System Work
84
Determining if the SRS System Is Operational
85
Passenger Air Bag ON/OFF Switch
86
Turning the Passenger Air Bag off
86
Turning the Passenger Air Bag Back on
87
Child Restraints
88
NHTSA Deactivation Criteria
88
Safety Restraints for Children - Precautions
90
Child Booster Seats
91
Children and Safety Belts
91
Types of Booster Seats
92
Safety Seats for Children
93
The Importance of Shoulder Belts
93
Installing Child Safety Seats with Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
95
Attaching Child Safety Seats with Tether Straps
97
Tether Strap Attachment
98
Tether Strap Attachment Rear Supercab Only
99
Driving
101
Starting
101
Positions of the Ignition
101
Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
101
Starting the Engine
104
Brakes
105
Using the Engine Block Heater
105
Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
105
Rear Anti-Lock Brake System (RABS)
105
RABS Warning Lamp
106
Using RABS
106
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
106
ABS Warning Lamp
106
Using ABS
107
Parking Brake
107
Steering
108
Traction-Lok Axle
108
Preparing to Drive Your Vehicle
108
Automatic Transmission Operation
109
Brake-Shift Interlock
109
Gearshift Positions of the 4–Speed Automatic Transmission
110
P (Park)
110
R (Reverse)
110
N (Neutral)
111
D (Overdrive)/Drive
111
2 (Second)
111
1 (First)
111
Manual Transmission Operation
112
Forced Downshifts
112
Shift Strategy (4R100 Automatic Transmission)
112
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow
112
Recommended Shift Speeds
113
Reverse
113
Reverse Sensing System
114
Parking Your Vehicle
114
Removing the Key
114
Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) Operation
116
4WD System Indicator Lights
116
Front Wheel Hub Locks
116
Using a Manual 4WD System
117
2H (2WD High)/4H (4WD High)
117
4L (4WD Low)
117
Shifting between 2H (2WD High) and 4H (4WD High)
117
Shifting To/From 4L (4WD Low)
118
Using the N (Neutral) Position
118
Using the Electronic Shift 4WD System
118
2WD (2WD High)/4X4 HIGH (4WD High)
118
4X4 LOW (4WD Low)
119
Shifting To/From 4X4 LOW (4WD Low)
119
Driving Off-Road with Truck and Utility Vehicles
119
How Your Vehicle Differs from Other Vehicles
119
If Your Vehicle Goes off the Edge of the Pavement
120
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
121
Emergency Maneuvers
121
Parking
122
4WD Systems
122
Sand
123
Mud and Water
123
Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
124
Driving on Snow and Ice
125
Tires, Replacement Requirements
126
Power Take off (PTO) Capability
127
Driving through Water
128
Vehicle Loading
128
Trailer Towing
130
Loading Instructions for Owners of Pickup Trucks/Utility-Type Vehicles
130
Calculating the Load Your Vehicle Can Carry/Tow
130
F-250 Regular Cab Pickup
131
F-250 Supercab Pickup
132
F-250 Crew Cab Pickup
134
F-350 Regular Cab Single Rear Wheel Pickup
135
F-350 Regular Cab Dual Rear Wheel Pickup
137
F-350 Supercab Single Rear Wheel Pickup
138
F-350 Supercab Dual Rear Wheel Pickup
141
F-350 Crew Cab Single Rear Wheel Pickup
141
F-350 Crew Cab Dual Rear Wheel Pickup
143
F-350 Regular Chassis Cab Single Rear Wheel (Fifth Wheel Towing)
144
F-350 Regular Chassis Cab Dual Rear Wheel (Fifth Wheel Towing)
144
F-350 Supercab Chassis Cab Single Rear Wheel (Fifth Wheel Towing)
145
F-350 Supercab Chassis Cab Dual Rear Wheel (Fifth Wheel Towing)
146
F-350 Crew Cab Chassis Cab Dual Rear Wheel (Fifth Wheel Towing)
147
F-450 Regular Chassis Cab Dual Rear Wheel (Fifth Wheel Towing)
148
F-450 Crew Cab Chassis Cab Dual Rear Wheel (Fifth Wheel Towing)
149
F-550 Supercab Chassis Cab Dual Rear Wheel (Fifth Wheel Towing)
150
F-550 Crew Cab Chassis Cab Dual Rear Wheel (Fifth Wheel Towing)
150
Preparing to Tow
151
Hitches/Load Equalizing Hitch
151
Safety Chains
151
Trailer Brakes
151
Trailer Lamps
152
Using a Step Bumper
152
Driving While You Tow
152
Servicing after Towing
152
All Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) Vehicle
153
Launching or Retrieving a Boat
153
Snowplowing
154
Installing the Snowplow
155
Removing Snowplow
156
Snowplowing with Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
156
Engine Temperature While Plowing
156
4WD Operation While Plowing
157
Roadside Emergencies
158
Getting Roadside Assistance
158
The Hazard Flasher
159
Fuses and Relays
160
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
161
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel / Power Distribution Box
161
Fuses Codes Table
162
Changing a Flat Tire
165
Spare Tire Information
165
Location of the Spare Tire and Tools
166
Removing the Spare Tire (with Spare Tire Carrier Only)
166
Tire Change Procedure
167
Jump Starting
174
Stowing the Flat/Spare Tire
174
Connecting the Jumper Cables
175
Jump Starting Procedure
176
Removing the Jumper Cables
177
Wrecker Towing
179
Customer Assistance
181
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
189
Cleaning
190
Washing the Exterior
190
Waxing
190
Paint Chips
191
Aluminium Wheels and Covers Cleaning
191
Engine Cleaning
191
Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts
192
Windows and Wiper Blades Cleaning
192
Instrument Panel and Cluster Lens Cleaning
193
Wood-Tone Trim Cleaning
193
Interior Cleaning
193
Leather Seats
194
Underbody Cleaning
194
Maintenance and Specifications
196
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
196
Service Recommendations
196
Working with the Engine off
196
Opening the Hood
197
Working with the Engine on
197
Engine Compartment Components
198
Checking the Engine Oil
199
Windshield Washer Fluid
199
Adding Engine Oil
200
Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
201
Battery Care
202
Checking Engine Coolant
204
Adding Engine Coolant
205
Coolant Refill Capacity
208
Recycled Engine Coolant
208
Severe Climates
208
Fail-Safe Cooling
209
Automotive Fuels Information
210
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
210
Fuel Filler Cap
212
Choosing the Right Fuel
213
Fuel Quality
213
Octane Recommendations
213
Fuel Filter
214
Running out of Fuel
214
Essentials of Good Fuel Economy
215
Filling the Tank
215
Measuring Techniques
215
Calculating Fuel Economy
216
Driving Style — Good Driving and Fuel Economy Habits
216
Emission Control System
218
EPA Window Sticker
218
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
219
Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
220
Checking and Adding Brake Fluid
221
Clutch Fluid
221
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
222
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
224
Checking and Adding Manual Transmission Fluid
225
Air Filter(S)
226
Checking and Adding Transfer Case Fluid
226
Changing the Air Filter Element (Gasoline Engines Only)
227
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
227
Temperature a B C
228
Traction AA a B C
228
Treadwear
228
Checking the Tire Pressure
229
Tire Inflation Information
230
Tire Rotation
230
Replacing the Tires
232
Snow Tires and Chains
233
Part Numbers
234
Refill Capacities
234
Lubricant Specifications
237
Engine Data
240
Vehicle Dimensions
241
Certification Label
249
Identifying Your Vehicle
249
Engine Number
250
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
250
Accessories
251
Index
255
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Brand
Ford
Model
2002 F-250
Category
Automobile
Language
English
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