tailgate FORD F250 2016 Owners Manual

Introduction
About This Manual...........................................7
Symbols Glossary
.............................................7
Data Recording
..................................................9
California Proposition 65..............................11
Perchlorate.........................................................11
Ford Credit
..........................................................11
Replacement Parts Recommendation
........................................11
Special Notices................................................12
Mobile Communications Equipment.....................................................13
Export Unique Options..................................13
Environment
Protecting the Environment........................14
Child Safety
General Information
.......................................15
Installing Child Seats.....................................16
Booster Seats
..................................................24
Child Seat Positioning..................................26
Child Safety Locks..........................................27
Safety Belts
Principle of Operation..................................29
Fastening the Safety Belts
.........................30
Safety Belt Height Adjustment.................33
Safety Belt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime
.............................................................33
Safety Belt Minder.........................................34
Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance................................................36
Supplementary Restraints System
Principle of Operation...................................37
Driver and Passenger Airbags...................38
Side Airbags
.....................................................43
Safety Canopy ™
............................................44Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator.......45
Airbag Disposal
..............................................46
Keys and Remote Controls
General Information on Radio Frequencies..................................................47
Remote Control
...............................................47
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control...........................................................50
MyKey ™
Principle of Operation
...................................51
Creating a MyKey............................................52
Clearing All MyKeys.......................................53
Checking MyKey System Status...............53
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems.........................................................55
MyKey Troubleshooting...............................55
Locks
Locking and Unlocking
.................................56
Keyless Entry
....................................................57
Tailgate
Tailgate Lock
...................................................60
Removing the Tailgate.................................60
Tailgate Step.....................................................61
Bed Extender...................................................62
Security
Passive Anti-Theft System........................64
Anti-Theft Alarm
............................................65
Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................66
Audio Control
..................................................66
Voice Control....................................................67
Cruise Control
..................................................67
Information Display Control
.......................67
Heated Steering Wheel
...............................68
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TAILGATE LOCK
The tailgate lock can help prevent theft of
the tailgate.
Insert the ignition key into the tailgate lock.
Turn it to the right to lock the tailgate. Turn
it to the left to unlock the tailgate.
REMOVING THE TAILGATE
WARNING
Always properly secure cargo to
prevent shifting cargo or cargo falling
from vehicle, which could result in
compromised vehicle stability and serious
personal injury to vehicle occupants or
others. You can remove the tailgate for more
loading room.
Note:
Skip to Step 4 if your vehicle does
not have a rearview camera. 1. Locate and disconnect the rearview
camera in-line connector. It is under
the pickup box on the right-hand side
of the vehicle near the spare tire.
2. There is a tethered cap on the wire assembly. Install it on the in-line
connector that remains under the
pickup box.
3. Partially lower the tailgate. Carefully feed the tailgate harness up through
the gap between the pickup box and
the bumper and place it out of the way
under the pickup box.
4. Lower the tailgate. 5. Use a screwdriver to gently pry the
spring clip on each connector past the
head of the support screw. Disconnect
the cable.
6. Disconnect the other cable.
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7. Lift the tailgate to a 45-degree angle
from horizontal.
8. Lift the right side off its hinge.
9. Lift the tailgate to an 80-degree angle
from horizontal.
10. Remove the tailgate from the left side
hinge by sliding it to the right.
Reverse the steps to reinstall the tailgate.
TAILGATE STEP (If Equipped)
To reduce the risk of falling:
• Only operate the step when your
vehicle is on a level surface.
• Only operate the step in areas with
sufficient lighting.
• Always open the step panel to widen
the step.
• Always use the grab handle when
climbing on the step.
• Do not use the step with bare feet.
• Make sure the step is clean before use.
• Keep the step load, you plus the load,
below
350 lb (159 kg).
Opening the step
Note: Make sure to close and fully latch the
step before moving your vehicle. Never drive
with the step or grab handle open.
1. Lower the tailgate.
2. Pull the yellow lever on the grab handle
to the unlock position. 3. Raise the handle upright until you feel
it latch and see the lever in the lock
position. You only need to use the lever
when releasing the grab handle. 4. Rotate the center molding to unlatch
the step. Pull it toward you to extend
it.
5. Open the step panel to widen the step.
Note: Do not tow with the step or grab
handle.
Replace the slip resistance tape or grab
handle molding if it appears worn or
damaged.
Closing the step
1. Close the step panel then lift and fully close the step into the tailgate.
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2. Move the yellow lever on the grab
handle to the unlock position and lower
the handle.
BED EXTENDER (If Equipped)
Note: Do not use the bed extender when
driving off road.
Note: Make sure to engage the locking pins
and knobs fully before driving your vehicle.
Note: Make sure to secure all cargo.
Note: Do not exceed 150 pounds (68
kilograms) on the tailgate when your vehicle
is moving.
Note: Do not keep the bed extender in the
tailgate mode when you are not using it for
restraining cargo. Always keep the bed
extender in the grocery mode or the stowed
position with the tailgate closed.
Tailgate mode 1. Pull the locking pin toward the center
of your vehicle. 2.
Open the latches to release the panels. 3. Rotate the panels toward the tailgate.
Repeat Steps 1-3 on the other side of
your vehicle. 4. Connect the two panels. Rotate both
knobs one-quarter turn clockwise to
secure the panels.
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5. Make sure to insert the latch rod into
the tailgate hole. Make sure to engage
both sides of the locking pins into their
holes in the pick-up box.
Reverse the steps to store the bed
extender.
Grocery mode Follow Steps 1-4 of the tailgate mode
instructions by rotating the panels away
from the tailgate. Close the tailgate.
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The system detects certain objects while
the transmission is in reverse (R):
•
Your vehicle is moving toward a
stationary object at a speed of 3 mph
(5 km/h) or less.
• Your vehicle is not moving, but a
moving object is approaching the rear
of your vehicle at a speed of
3 mph
(5 km/h) or less.
• Your vehicle is moving at a speed of
less than 3 mph (5 km/h) and a moving
object is approaching the rear of your
vehicle at a speed of less than
3 mph
(5 km/h).
REAR VIEW CAMERA
(If Equipped) WARNINGS
The rear view camera system is a
reverse aid supplement device that
still requires the driver to use it in
conjunction with the interior and exterior
mirrors for maximum coverage. Objects that are close to either
corner of the bumper or under the
bumper, might not be seen on the
screen due to the limited coverage of the
camera system. Back up as slow as possible since
higher speeds might limit your
reaction time to stop the vehicle.
Use caution when using the rear
video camera and the tailgate is ajar.
If the tailgate is ajar, the camera will
be out of position and the video image may
be incorrect. All guidelines will be removed
when the tailgate is ajar. Use caution when turning camera
features on or off while in reverse
(R). Make sure your vehicle is not
moving. WARNINGS
When manual zoom is enabled
(Level 1, Level 2 or Level 3), the full
area behind your vehicle will not be
shown. Be aware of your surroundings
when using the manual zoom feature. The rear view camera system provides a
video image of the area behind your
vehicle.
During operation, lines appear in the
display which represent your vehicle
’s path
and proximity to objects behind your
vehicle. The camera is located on the tailgate.
Using the Rear View Camera
System
The rear view camera system displays
what is behind your vehicle when you place
the transmission in reverse (R).
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2. Disconnect the electrical connector.
3.
Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise
and remove it.
Note: Do not touch the bulb glass.
Note: You cannot separate the bulb from
the bulb holder.
Replacing
Brake/Tail/Turn/Reverse Lamp
Bulbs
Pickup Models 1.
Switch all of the lamps and the ignition
off.
2. Open the tailgate to expose the lamp assemblies.
3. Remove the two bolts from the tail lamp assembly and carefully pull the
lamp assembly from the tailgate pillar
by releasing the two retaining tabs.
4. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise
and remove it.
5. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out. Chassis Cabs
1.
Switch all of the lamps and the ignition
off.
2. Remove the four screws and the lamp lens from lamp assembly.
3. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.
Replacing Cargo Lamp and Central
High Mounted Brake Lamp Bulbs 1.
Switch all of the lamps and the ignition
off.
2. Remove the screws and lamp assembly from the vehicle as wiring
permits.
3. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise
and remove it.
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4
4WD
See: Four-Wheel Drive..................................... 158
A
A/C See: Climate Control.......................................... 110
About This Manual...........................................7
ABS See: Brakes........................................................... 169
ABS driving hints See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes................................................................ 169
Accessories....................................................447 Exterior style........................................................ 447
Interior style......................................................... 447
Lifestyle................................................................. 447
Peace of mind..................................................... 447
Accessories See: Replacement Parts
Recommendation............................................. 11
Adjusting the Headlamps.........................247 Horizontal Aim Adjustment........................... 248
Vertical Aim Adjustment................................. 247
Adjusting the Pedals
....................................69
Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................66
Airbag Disposal
..............................................46
Air Conditioning See: Climate Control.......................................... 110
Alarm See: Anti-Theft Alarm........................................ 65
Anti-Theft Alarm
............................................65
Arming the Alarm................................................. 65
Disarming the Alarm........................................... 65
Appendices.....................................................472
Audible Warnings and Indicators.............87 Headlamps On Warning Chime...................... 87
Key in Ignition Warning Chime......................... 87
Parking Brake On Warning Chime.................88
Audio Control
..................................................66
Media........................................................................\
. 67
Seek, Next or Previous........................................ 67
Audio System.................................................317 General Information........................................... 317
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ SYNC..............................................................319 Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/
Touchscreen Display
................................322
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM.......318
Autolamps.........................................................72 Autolamps - Programmable Exit
Delay..................................................................... 72
Automatic Climate Control.........................111
Automatic Transmission.............................151 Brake-Shift Interlock......................................... 155
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or Snow.................................................................. 156
Understanding the Shift Positions of a 6– Speed Automatic Transmission.........152
Understanding the Shift Positions of the 5– Speed Automatic Transmission..........151
Understanding your SelectShift Automatic ™ transmission......................... 154
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check............................................................240
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid.................................................................... 241
Auxiliary Power Points.................................137 110 Volt AC Power Point.................................... 137
12 Volt DC Power Point...................................... 137
Locations................................................................ 137
Auxiliary Switches.......................................448
B
Bed Extender...................................................62 Grocery mode........................................................ 63
Tailgate mode........................................................ 62
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood...........232
Booster Seats..................................................24 Types of Booster Seats...................................... 25
Brake Fluid Check........................................244
Brakes...............................................................169 General Information.......................................... 169
Breaking-In.....................................................207
Bulb Specification Chart
...........................252
C
California Proposition 65..............................11
Capacities and Specifications - 6.2L V8...................................................................307
Specifications..................................................... 308
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Rear Seats........................................................122
Folding the Rear Seat Back (Crew Cab)
........................................................................\
....... 122
Folding up the Rear Seat Cushion................122
Rear Under Seat Storage (Crew Cab).........123
Returning the Seat to the Seating Position.............................................................. 122
Rear View Camera.......................................180 Using the Rear View Camera System........180
Rear View Camera See: Rear View Camera................................... 180
Recommended Towing Weights............193 Calculating the Maximum Loaded Trailer
Weight for Your Vehicle............................... 196
Refueling..........................................................146 Fuel Filler Cap....................................................... 147
Remote Control...............................................47 Car Finder................................................................ 48
Integrated Keyhead Transmitters .................. 47
Memory Feature................................................... 48
Remote Start ........................................................ 48
Replacing the Battery......................................... 47
Sounding a Panic Alarm.................................... 48
Remote Start
..................................................116
Automatic Settings............................................. 116
Removing a Headlamp..............................249
Removing the Tailgate
.................................60
Repairing Minor Paint Damage...............261
Replacement Parts Recommendation.........................................11
Collision Repairs..................................................... 11
Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical Repairs................................................................... 11
Warranty on Replacement Parts..................... 12
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control............................................................50
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)..............................................................222
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)...............................................................221 Roadside Assistance
...................................212
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting Roadside
Assistance......................................................... 212
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Using Roadside Assistance......................................................... 212
Vehicles Sold in the United States: Getting Roadside Assistance.................................... 212
Vehicles Sold in the United States: Using Roadside Assistance.................................... 212
Roadside Emergencies...............................212
Running-In See: Breaking-In................................................. 207
Running Out of Fuel....................................146
S
Safety Belt Height Adjustment.................33
Safety Belt Minder.........................................34 Belt-Minder™........................................................ 34
Safety Belts
......................................................29
Principle of Operation........................................ 29
Safety Belt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime...............................................................33
Conditions of operation..................................... 34
Safety Canopy ™
............................................44
Safety Precautions......................................144
Satellite Radio
..............................................325
Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number
(ESN)................................................................ 326
Satellite Radio Reception Factors...............326
SIRIUS® Satellite Radio Service.................. 326
Troubleshooting.................................................. 327
Scheduled Maintenance Record
...........462
Scheduled Maintenance...........................453
Seats...................................................................117
Security..............................................................64
Settings...........................................................382 Clock....................................................................... 382
Display................................................................... 383
Settings................................................................. 386
Sound.................................................................... 384
Vehicle................................................................... 384
Side Airbags
.....................................................43
Sitting in the Correct Position....................117
Sliding Windows
.............................................79
Power Sliding Back Window............................ 79
Snow Chains See: Using Snow Chains................................. 284
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Snowplowing................................................209
Engine temperature while plowing..............210
Installing the Snowplow................................. 209
Operating the Vehicle with the Snowplow Attached........................................................... 210
Snowplowing with your Airbag Equipped Vehicle............................................................... 210
Transmission operation while plowing............................................................... 211
Special Notices................................................12 New Vehicle Limited Warranty......................... 12
On-board Diagnostics (OBD-II)....................... 12
Special Instructions.............................................. 12
Using your Vehicle as an Ambulance.............12
Using your Vehicle as a Stationary Power Source................................................................... 13
Using your Vehicle With a Snowplow............12
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance...............................................457
6.2L and 6.8L Gasoline Engines................... 457
6.7L Diesel Engine............................................. 460
Exceptions........................................................... 460
Speed Control See: Cruise Control............................................ 183
Stability Control.............................................174
Principle of Operation....................................... 174
Starter Switch See: Ignition Switch........................................... 140
Starting a Gasoline Engine.........................141 Cold Weather Starting (Flexible Fuel
Vehicles Only).................................................. 141
Failure to Start...................................................... 141
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes................142
Important Ventilating Information...............142
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Moving................................................................. 141
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Stationary.......................................................... 141
Starting and Stopping the Engine.........140 General Information.......................................... 140
Steering............................................................184
Steering Wheel...............................................66
Storage Compartments
.............................139
Sunroof See: Moonroof...................................................... 80
Sun Visors
.........................................................80
Illuminated Vanity Mirror.................................. 80
Slide-on-rod.......................................................... 80Supplementary Restraints System..........37
Principle of Operation......................................... 37
Symbols Glossary
.............................................7
SYNC™ Applications and Services........................................................346
911 Assist............................................................... 346
SYNC Services: Traffic, Directions & Information (TDI) (If Equipped, United
States Only)................................................... 350
Vehicle Health Report (If Equipped, United States Only)................................................... 348
SYNC™ AppLink ™
.....................................354
SYNC Mobile Apps............................................ 354
SYNC™............................................................329 General Information......................................... 329
SYNC™ Troubleshooting
.........................365
T
Tailgate Lock...................................................60
Tailgate Step
.....................................................61
Closing the step..................................................... 61
Opening the step................................................... 61
Tailgate..............................................................60
Technical Specifications See: Capacities and Specifications............303
Terrain Response
...........................................177
Principle of Operation........................................ 177
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)........................219
Tire Care
..........................................................267
Glossary of Tire Terminology........................ 268
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading.............................................................. 267
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall........................................................... 269
Temperature A B C............................................ 268
Traction AA A B C............................................... 267
Treadwear............................................................. 267
Tire Pressure Monitoring System..........284 Changing Tires With a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System....................................... 286
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System ...................................... 286
Tires See: Wheels and Tires..................................... 264
Towing a Trailer.............................................192 Load Placement.................................................. 192
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