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5.4L
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6.8L
V10
gasoline
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2008
F-250/350/450/550
(f23)
Owners
Guide
(post-2002-fmt)
USA
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Table of Contents
Default Chapter
1
Table of Contents
1
Introduction
4
Safety and Environment Protection
5
Breaking-In Your Vehicle
5
Special Notices
6
Vehicle Modification Data Recording
7
Special Instructions
7
Cell Phone Use
7
Notice to Owners of Diesel-Powered Vehicles
8
Notice to Owners of Pickup Trucks and Utility Type Vehicles
8
Using Your Vehicle with a Snowplow
8
Using Your Vehicle as an Ambulance
8
Using Your Vehicle as a Stationary Power Source (PTO)
9
Export Unique (Non–United States/Canada) Vehicle Specific Information
9
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
10
Instrument Cluster
12
Warning Lights and Chimes
12
Vehicles Equipped with a Manual Transmission
12
Vehicles Equipped with an Automatic Transmission
12
Diesel Warning Lights
17
Gauges
18
Entertainment Systems
22
AM/FM Stereo System (if Equipped)
22
Audio Systems
22
AM/FM Stereo Single CD/Satellite Compatible Sound System
24
AM/FM Stereo with In-Dash Six CD
30
Premium/Audiophile In-Dash Six CD/Mp3/Satellite Compatible Sound System (if Equipped)
30
Auxiliary Input Jack
36
Required Equipment
36
To Play Your Portable Music Player Using the Auxiliary Input Jack
36
Troubleshooting
37
CD/CD Player Care
38
General Audio Information
38
Radio Frequencies
38
Radio Reception Factors
38
Audio System Warranty and Service
39
MP3 Track and Folder Structure
39
Sample MP3 Structure
40
Satellite Radio Information (if Equipped)
40
Family Entertainment DVD System
43
Navigation System
43
Quick Start
44
To Play a DVD in the DVD System
44
To Play a CD in the DVD System
45
To Play an MP3 Disc in the DVD System
45
To Listen to Audio over the Headphones (Dual Play Mode)
46
To Play an Auxiliary Source through the DVD System
46
To Adjust Display Brightness
47
Using the Infrared (IR) Wireless Headphones
47
Using Wired Headphones (Not Included)
47
DVD Player Controls
48
Remote Control
50
Battery Replacement
53
Headphones
54
Wireless Headphones
54
Operation
57
Single Play/Dual Play
57
Wired Headphones
57
Operation with an Aftermarket Audio System (Headphone Only Mode)
58
Angle Mode
59
Menu Mode
59
Aspect Ratio
60
Language
60
Audio Cds
61
Subtitles
61
COMP (Compression)
62
MP3 Disc Quality Factors
62
Playing MP3 Discs
62
CD, MP3 and CD Player Care
63
Playing a DVD
64
Slow Play
64
Frame by Frame
65
Headphone/Auxiliary Jacks
65
Audio Displays
66
Audio Interaction
66
Parental Control for the DVD System
66
General Information
67
Safety Information
67
Care and Service of the DVD Player
69
Environmental Extremes
69
Humidity and Moisture Condensation
69
Temperature Extremes
69
Cleaning DVD and CD Discs
70
Cleaning the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Flip-Down Screen
70
Compatibility with Aftermarket Audio Systems (Headphone Only Mode)
70
Foreign Substances
70
Climate Controls
71
Heater Only System
71
Operating Tips
71
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning Systems
72
Dual Automatic Temperature Control (DATC) Systems
75
Dual Automatic Temperature Control (DATC) System Operating Tips
78
Automatic Operation
78
Override Operation
78
Lights
80
Autolamp Control (if Equipped)
80
Foglamp Control (if Equipped)
80
Headlamp Control
80
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) (if Equipped)
81
Flash to Pass
81
High Beams
81
Aiming the Headlamps
82
Panel Dimmer Control
82
Vertical and Horizontal Aim Adjustment (Sealed Beam Headlamps)
82
Vertical Aim Adjustment (Aerodynamic Headlamps)
84
Bulb Replacement
85
Map Lamps
85
Replacing Exterior Bulbs
85
Turn Signal Control
85
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs (Aerodynamic)
86
Replacing Park/Turn and Sidemarker Lamp Bulbs (Aerodynamic)
88
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs (Sealed Beam)
89
Replacing Park/Turn/Sidemarker Bulbs (Sealed Beam)
90
Replacing Brake/Tail/Turn/Back-Up Lamp Bulbs - Chassis Cabs Only
91
Replacing Brake/Tail/Turn/Back-Up Lamp Bulbs - Pick-Ups Only
91
Front Clearance and Identification Lamp Bulbs
92
Replacing Cargo Lamp and High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs
92
Replacing Foglamp Bulbs (if Equipped)
92
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs
93
Driver Controls
94
Multi-Function Lever
94
Windshield Wiper/Washer Control
94
Steering Wheel Adjustment
95
Tilt Steering Wheel
95
Tow/Haul Feature (5–Speed Automatic Transmission) (if Equipped)
95
Transmission Control
95
Auxiliary Power Point (12VDC)
96
Illuminated Visor Mirror
96
Overhead Console
96
Storage Compartment (if Equipped)
96
Cigar Lighter (if Equipped)
97
One Touch down
98
Power Windows 98
98
Window Lock (if Equipped)
98
Accessory Delay (if Equipped)
99
Automatic Dimming Inside Rear View Mirror (if Equipped)
99
Interior Mirrors
99
Power Rear Slider Window (if Equipped)
99
Fold-Away Mirrors
100
Heated Outside Mirrors
100
Power Side View Mirrors
100
Telescoping Mirrors (if Equipped)
102
Clearance Lamps (if Equipped)
103
Memory Mirrors (if Equipped)
103
Mirror Mounted Side Turn Signal Indicator (if Equipped)
103
Power Adjustable Foot Pedals
104
Speed Control
104
Setting Speed Control
105
Increasing Speed While Using Speed Control
106
Reducing Speed While Using Speed Control
106
Resuming a Set Speed
106
Audio Control Features
107
Steering Wheel Controls
107
Turning off Speed Control
107
Climate Control Features (if Equipped)
108
Upfitter Controls
109
One-Touch Moon Roof
110
Homelink Wireless Control System
112
Programming
112
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming
114
Erasing Homelink Buttons
115
Operating the Homelink Wireless Control System
115
Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
115
Center Console
116
Info Menu
116
Selectable Features
116
Standard Message Center
116
Average Fuel Economy (AFE)
117
Distance to Empty (DTE)
117
Setup Menu
118
Units (English/Metric)
118
System Check
119
System Warnings
119
Optional Message Center
122
Reset
122
Drive Timer (Elapsed Travel Timer)
124
Autolamp Timer Presets
126
Autolocks
126
Compass Display (if Equipped)
126
Compass Zone/Calibration Adjustment
127
Tailgate Lock
131
Tailgate Removal
131
Tailgate Step (if Equipped)
132
Bed Extender (if Equipped)
133
Locks and Security
136
Keys
136
Power Door Locks
136
Smart Locks (if Equipped)
136
Deactivating/Activating Autolock Feature
137
Power Door Lock Switch Autolock Enable/Disable Procedure
137
Keyless Entry Key Pad Autolock Enable/Disable Procedure
138
Autounlock Feature (if Equipped)
138
Deactivating/Activating Autounlock Feature
138
Power Door Lock Switch Autounlock Enable/Disable Procedure
139
Keyless Entry Key Pad Autounlock Enable/Disable Procedure
139
Childproof Door Locks
140
Remote Entry System
140
Unlocking the Doors
141
Locking the Doors
141
Car Finder
141
Sounding a Panic Alarm
141
Memory Seats/Adjustable Pedals/Mirrors (if Equipped)
142
Activating the Memory Seat Feature
142
Deactivating the Memory Seat Feature
142
Replacing the Battery
142
Replacing Lost Remote Entry Transmitters
143
How to Program Your Remote Entry Transmitters
144
Perimeter Lamps Illuminated Entry
144
Deactivating/Activating Perimeter Lamps Illuminated Entry
145
Illuminated Entry
146
Keyless Entry System
146
Programming a Personal Entry Code and Keypad Association to Memory Seats, Mirrors and Pedals
146
Erasing Personal Code
147
Anti-Scan Feature
147
Unlocking and Locking the Doors Using Keyless Entry
148
Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System
148
Anti-Theft Indicator
148
Automatic Arming
149
Automatic Disarming
149
Replacement Keys
149
Programming Spare Keys
149
Seating and Safety Restraints
151
Adjustable Head Restraints (if Equipped)
151
40/20/40 Split Bench Seat (if Equipped)
152
Full Bench Seat (if Equipped)
152
40/20/40 Front Seat Armrest and Console (if Equipped)
153
Adjusting the Front Power Seat (if Equipped)
154
Captain’s Chair (if Equipped)
154
Heated Seats (if Equipped)
155
Using the Manual Lumbar Support
155
Memory Seats/Power Mirrors/Adjustable Pedals (if Equipped)
156
Rear Folding Seat System with Load Floor
157
Returning the Seat to Seating Position
157
Safety Restraints
158
Safety Restraints Precautions
158
Automatic Locking Mode
160
Belt Sensitive Mode
160
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
160
Vehicle Sensitive Mode
160
How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
161
How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
161
Energy Management Feature
162
Front Safety Belt Height Adjustment
162
Safety Belt Pretensioner
162
Center Lap and Shoulder Belt (Regular Cab Center Seating Position/Super Cab and Crew Cab Rear Center Seating Positions)
163
Regular Cabs with a Center 20% Seat or Crew Cabs with a Rear 60/40 Split Bench
163
Safety Belt with Cinch Tongue (Regular Cab Center Seating Positions and Super Cab/Crew Cab Rear Center Seating Positions)
164
How to Fasten the Cinch Tongue (Regular Cab Center Seating Positions and Super Cab/Crew Cab Rear Center Seating Positions)
165
Adjusting the Lap Belt
166
Lap Belts
166
Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime
166
Belt-Minder
167
Conditions of Operation
167
Belt-Minder Activation and Deactivation Procedure
169
Deactivating/Activating the Belt-Minder Feature (Driver Only)
169
One-Time Disable
169
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
170
Safety Belt Maintenance
170
Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
171
Important SRS Precautions
172
Children and Airbags
173
How Does the Airbag Supplemental Restraint System Work?
174
Determining if the System Is Operational
175
Disposal of Airbags and Airbag Equipped Vehicles
175
Passenger Airbag ON/OFF Switch (if Equipped)
176
Turning the Passenger Airbag off
176
Turning the Passenger Airbag Back on
177
NHTSA Deactivation Criteria (Excluding Canada)
178
Transport Canada Deactivation Criteria (Canada Only)
179
Important Child Restraint Precautions
180
Safety Restraints for Children
180
Child Booster Seats
181
Children and Safety Belts
181
When Children Should Use Booster Seats
181
Types of Booster Seats
182
The Importance of Shoulder Belts
183
Child and Infant or Child Safety Seats
184
Safety Seats for Children
184
Installing Child Safety Seats with Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
185
Attaching Child Safety Seats with Tether Straps
188
Tether Strap Attachment
189
Tether Strap Attachment (Rear Supercab Only)
190
Tires, Wheels and Loading
192
4WD and AWD Systems (if Equipped)
192
Notice to Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners
192
Vehicle Characteristics
192
How Your Vehicle Differs from Other Vehicles
193
Information about Uniform Tire Quality Grading
194
Treadwear
194
Glossary of Tire Terminology
195
Temperature a B C
195
Tire Information
195
Traction AA a B C
195
Inflating Your Tires
196
Tire Inflation
196
Tire Inflation Information
199
Inspecting Your Tires
200
Tire Care
200
Age
201
Damage
201
Tire Wear
201
Tire Replacement Requirements
202
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)
202
Safety Practices
203
Highway Hazards
204
Tire and Wheel Alignment
204
Tire Rotation
204
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall
206
Information on “P” Type Tires
207
Additional Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall for “LT” Type Tires
210
Information on “T” Type Tires
211
Location of the Tire Label or Safety Compliance Certification Label
211
Snow Tires and Chains
211
Vehicle Loading - with and Without a Trailer
212
Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit
217
For Chassis Cabs and Pickup Trucks with Aftermarket Equipment
219
For Pickup Trucks
219
Trailer Towing
219
Hitches
221
Integrated Hitch Rating
221
Preparing to Tow
221
Weight Distributing Hitch
222
Integrated Trailer Brake Controller (if Equipped)
223
Safety Chains
223
Trailer Brake Controller-Integrated
223
Gain
225
Driving While You Tow
227
Trailer Lamps
227
Using a Step Bumper (if Equipped)
227
General
228
Servicing after Towing
228
Trailer Towing Safety Tips
228
Backing up
229
Braking
229
Launching or Retrieving a Boat
229
Loading
229
Recreational Towing
230
Driving
231
Starting
231
Positions of the Ignition
231
Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
231
Important Safety Precautions
232
Starting the Engine
233
Using the Engine Block Heater
234
Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
234
Important Ventilating Information
234
Brakes
235
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
235
ABS Warning Lamp
235
Using ABS
235
Parking Brake
236
Traction Control
237
Steering
238
Traction-Lok Axle
239
Preparing to Drive Your Vehicle
239
Automatic Transmission Operation
240
Brake-Shift Interlock
240
Understanding the Shift Positions of the 5–Speed Automatic Transmission
241
P (Park)
241
R (Reverse)
242
N (Neutral)
242
D (Overdrive) with Tow/Haul off
242
D (Overdrive) with Tow/Haul on
242
3 (Third)
243
2 (Second)
243
1 (First)
243
Forced Downshifts
243
Manual Transmission Operation
244
Using the Clutch
244
Recommended Shift Speeds
244
Reverse
245
Parking Your Vehicle
245
Reverse Sensing System
246
Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) Operation
248
Manual Shift on Stop (MSOS) 4X4 System (if Equipped)
248
Electronic Shift on the Fly (ESOF) 4X4 System (if Equipped)
248
4WD System Indicator Lights
249
Using a Manual Shift on Stop (MSOS) 4X4 System (if Equipped)
250
Shifting from 2H (2WD) to 4H (4X4 High)
250
Shifting from 4H (4X4 High) to 2H (2WD)
251
Shifting from 4H (4X4 High) to 4L (4X4 Low)
251
Shifting from 4L (4X4 Low) to 4H (4X4 High) or 2H (2WD)
251
Using the N (Neutral) Position
252
Using the Electronic Shift on the Fly (ESOF) 4X4 System
252
Positions of the Electronic Shift System
252
Shifting from 2WD to 4X4 HIGH
253
Shifting from 4X4 HIGH to 2WD
253
Shifting from 4X4 HIGH to 4X4 LOW
253
Shifting from 4X4 LOW to 4X4 HIGH or 2WD
254
Driving Off-Road with Truck and Utility Vehicles
254
Basic Operating Principles
255
If Your Vehicle Goes off the Edge of the Pavement
255
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
256
Emergency Maneuvers
256
Parking
257
4WD Systems
257
Normal Characteristics
258
Sand
258
Mud and Water
258
Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
259
Driving on Snow and Ice
260
Maintenance and Modifications
261
Vehicle Used as a Stationary Power Source
261
Driving through Water
262
Snowplowing
262
Installing the Snowplow
262
Operating the Vehicle with the Snowplow Attached
263
Snowplowing with Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
263
Transmission Operation While Plowing
264
Getting Roadside Assistance
265
Roadside Emergencies
265
Hazard Flasher Switch
267
Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
267
Fuses and Relays
268
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
269
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
269
Fuse Panel Description
271
Power Distribution Box
273
Power Distribution Box
274
Changing a Flat Tire
277
Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information
278
Stopping and Securing the Vehicle
279
Location of the Spare Tire and Tools
280
Removing the Spare Tire (with Spare Tire Carrier Only)
281
Tire Change Procedure
282
8–Lug Nut Torque Sequence
288
10–Lug Nut Torque Sequence
288
Stowing the Flat/Spare Tire
289
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
289
Jump Starting Your Vehicle
290
Preparing Your Vehicle
291
Connecting the Jumper Cables
291
Jump Starting
293
Removing the Jumper Cables
294
Wrecker Towing
296
Customer Assistance
298
Getting the Services You Need
298
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
304
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
305
Cleaning
306
Washing the Exterior
306
Waxing
306
Paint Chips
307
Aluminum Wheels and Wheel Covers
307
Engine
307
Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts
309
Windows and Wiper Blades
309
Instrument Panel/Interior Trim and Cluster Lens
309
Interior
310
Leather Seats (if Equipped, Except for the King Ranch F-250 and F-350 Crewcab)
311
Leather Seats for the King Ranch F-250 and F-350 Crewcab Only (if Equipped)
311
Scratches
312
Conditioning
312
Underbosy
312
Ford, Lincoln and Mercury Car Care Products
313
Maintenance and Specifications
314
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
314
Service Recommendations
314
Working with the Engine Off/On
314
Opening the Hood
315
5.4L V8 Gasoline Engines
316
Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
316
6.8L V10 Gasoline Engine
317
Changing the Wiper Blades
318
Windshield Washer Fluid
318
Checking the Engine Oil
319
Engine Oil
319
Adding Engine Oil
321
Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
321
Use SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil
321
Battery
322
Checking Engine Coolant
324
Adding Engine Coolant
325
Coolant Refill Capacity
327
Recycled Engine Coolant
327
Severe Climates
328
What You Should Know about Fail-Safe Cooling (if Equipped)
328
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
329
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
329
Fuel Filter
330
Fuel Information
330
What You Should Know about Automotive Fuels
330
Fuel Filler Cap
332
Refueling
332
Choosing the Right Fuel
333
Cleaner Air
334
Fuel Quality
334
Octane Recommendations
334
Running out of Fuel
334
Essentials of Good Fuel Economy
335
Filling the Tank
335
Measuring Techniques
335
Calculating Fuel Economy
336
Driving Style — Good Driving and Fuel Economy Habits
336
Habits
336
Conditions
337
Maintenance
337
Emission Control System
338
EPA Window Sticker
338
On Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
339
Power Steering Fluid
340
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
340
Brake Fluid
342
Clutch Fluid
342
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid (if Equipped)
343
Transmission Fluid
343
Correct Fluid Level
344
High Fluid Level
344
Low Fluid Level
344
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
345
Automatic Transmission Fluid Filter (if Equipped)
346
Checking and Adding Manual Transmission Fluid (if Equipped)
347
Air Filter Maintenance
348
Driveline Universal Joint and Slip Yoke
348
Transfer Case Fluid
348
Air Filter(S)
349
Changing the Air Filter Element
349
Motorcraft Part Numbers
350
Maintenance Product Specifications and Capacities
352
Drivebelt Routing
356
Engine Data
356
Identifying Your Vehicle
357
Safety Compliance Certification Label
357
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
357
Transmission/Transaxle Code Designations
358
Accessories
359
Genuine Ford Accessories for Your Vehicle
359
Exterior Style
359
Interior Style
359
Peace of Mind
360
Index
361
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Model
2008 F-250
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Language
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