FORD F250 SUPER DUTY 2017 Owners Manual

Auxiliary Camera (If Equipped)
Note:The auxiliary camera works withtrailers up to 50 ft (15 m) in length.
Access the auxiliary camera viewby pressing the button on thedisplay screen when in reverse(R).
The auxiliary camera system is a variantof the rear view camera, comprised of acamera with a built in amplifier. It isdesigned to display a rear view image fromthe back of a trailer while reversing. Theauxiliary camera is not meant as analternative to the rear view camera.
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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
Cruise control lets you maintain a setspeed without keeping your foot on theaccelerator pedal. You can use cruisecontrol when your vehicle speed is greaterthan 20 mph (30 km/h).
USING CRUISE CONTROL
WARNINGS
Do not use cruise control on windingroads, in heavy traffic or when theroad surface is slippery. This couldresult in loss of vehicle control, seriousinjury or death.
When you are going downhill, yourvehicle speed could increase abovethe set speed. The system does notapply the brakes.
Note:Cruise control disengages if thevehicle speed decreases more than 10 mph(16 km/h) below the set speed when drivinguphill.
The cruise controls are on the steeringwheel.
Switching Cruise Control On
Press ON.
The indicator appears in theinformation display.
Setting the Cruise Speed
1. Drive to desired speed.
2. Press SET+ or SET-.
3. Take your foot off the acceleratorpedal.
Note:The indicator changes color.
Changing the Set Speed
Note: If you accelerate by pressing theaccelerator pedal, the set speed will notchange. When you release the acceleratorpedal, your vehicle returns to the speed thatyou previously set.
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•Press SET+ or SET- to change the setspeed in small increments.
•Press the accelerator or brake pedaluntil you reach the desired speed. PressSET+ or SET-.
•Press and hold SET+ or SET-. Releasethe control when you reach the desiredspeed.
Canceling the Set Speed
Press CNCL or tap the brake pedal. Theset speed does not erase.
Resuming the Set Speed
Press RES.
Switching Cruise Control Off
Note:You erase the set speed when youswitch the system off.
Press OFF when the system is in standbymode or switch the ignition off.
USING ADAPTIVE CRUISE
CONTROL (If Equipped)
WARNINGS
Always pay close attention tochanging road conditions when usingadaptive cruise control. The systemdoes not replace attentive driving. Failingto pay attention to the road may result ina crash, serious injury or death.
Adaptive cruise control is not a crashwarning or avoidance system.
Adaptive cruise control does notdetect stationary or slow movingvehicles below 6 mph (10 km/h).
Adaptive cruise control does notdetect pedestrians or objects in theroad.
WARNINGS
Adaptive cruise control does notdetect oncoming vehicles in thesame lane.
Do not use adaptive cruise controlon winding roads, in heavy traffic orwhen the road surface is slippery.This could result in loss of vehicle control,serious injury or death.
Do not use adaptive cruise controlwith a snow plow blade installed.
Do not use adaptive cruise controlwhen towing a trailer that has trailerbrakes. The auto-brake componentof the adaptive cruise control system doesnot operate the trailer brakes. Usingadaptive cruise control when towing atrailer that has trailer brakes may result inthe loss of vehicle control, which couldresult in serious injury.
Do not use tire sizes other than thoserecommended because this canaffect the normal operation of thesystem. Failure to do so may result in a lossof vehicle control, which could result inserious injury.
Note:It is your responsibility to stay alert,drive safely and control the vehicle at alltimes.
The system adjusts your speed to maintaina proper distance between you and thevehicle in front of you in the same lane. Youcan select from one of four gap settings.
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The controls for using your cruise controlare located on the steering wheel.
Switching the System On
Press and release ON.
The information display showsthe grey indicator light.
The current gap setting and SET alsoshows.
Setting a Speed
1. Accelerate to the desired speed.
2. Press and release SET+. The memorystores the vehicle speed.
3.The information display shows a greenindicator light, current gap setting andthe desired set speed.
4. Take your foot off the acceleratorpedal.
5.A lead vehicle graphic illuminates if thesystem detects a vehicle in front of you.
Note:When adaptive cruise control isactive, the speedometer may vary slightlyfrom the set speed displayed in theinformation display.
Following a Vehicle
WARNINGS
When following a vehicle, yourvehicle does not decelerateautomatically to a stop, nor doesyour vehicle always decelerate quicklyenough to avoid a crash without driverintervention. Always apply the brakes whennecessary. Failing to do so may result in acrash, serious injury or death.
Adaptive cruise control only warnsof vehicles detected by the radarsensor. In some cases there may beno warning or a delayed warning. Alwaysapply the brakes when necessary. Failureto do so may result in a crash, serious injuryor death.
Note:The brakes may emit a sound whenthe adaptive cruise control system is active.
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When a vehicle ahead of you enters thesame lane or a slower vehicle is ahead inthe same lane, the vehicle speed adjuststo maintain a preset gap distance. Thedistance setting is adjustable.
The lead vehicle graphic illuminates.
The vehicle maintains a constant distancefrom the vehicle ahead until:
•The vehicle in front of you acceleratesto a speed above the set speed.
•The vehicle in front of you moves outof your lane or out of view.
•The vehicle speed falls below 12 mph(20 km/h).
•You set a new gap distance.
The system applies the brakes to slow thevehicle to maintain a safe distance fromthe vehicle in front. The system appliesonly limited maximum braking. Press thebrake pedal to override the system.
If the system predicts that its maximumbraking level is insufficient, an audiblewarning sounds while the systemcontinues to brake. A red warning barappears on the windshield heads-updisplay. Take immediate action to slow orstop the vehicle.
The system may provide slight temporaryacceleration when you use your driver sidedirectional indicator while following a leadvehicle, to aid in passing the vehicle.
Setting the Gap Distance
Note:It is your responsibility to select a gapappropriate to the driving conditions.
Gap decrease.A
Gap increase.B
Press the gap control to decrease orincrease the distance between your vehicleand the vehicle in front of you.
Bars in the graphic show the selected gapdistance. You can select between four gapsettings.
Note:When you select Tow/Haul Mode,the gap distance is increased slightly.
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Adaptive cruise control distance-between-vehicle settings
Dynamic beha-viorDistance gapTime gap,secondsGraphic display,bars indicatedbetweenvehicles
Set speed
yd (m)mph ( km/h)
Sport.37 (34)1.2162 (100)
Normal.49 (45)1.6262 (100)
Normal.55 (50)1.8362 (100)
Comfort.67 (61)2.2462 (100)
Each time you start the vehicle, the systemselects the last chosen gap for the currentdriver.
Disengaging the System
Press the brake pedal or press CNCL. Thelast set speed displays in grey but does noterase.
Overriding the System
WARNING
If you override the system by pressingthe accelerator pedal, it does notautomatically apply the brakes tomaintain a gap from any vehicle ahead.
When you press the accelerator pedal, youoverride the set speed and gap distance.
The green indicator illuminateswhen the system engages.
The system resumes operationwhen you release the accelerator pedal.The vehicle speed decreases to the setspeed, or to a lower speed if following aslower vehicle.
Changing the Set Speed
•Accelerate or brake to the desiredspeed, then press and release SET+.
•Press and hold SET+ or SET- until thedesired set speed shows on theinformation display. The vehicle speedgradually changes to the selectedspeed.
•Press and release SET+ or SET-. Theset speed changes in approximately1 mph (1 km/h).
•Hold the SET+ or SET- button tochange the set speed in increments ofapproximately 5 mph or 10 km/h.
The system may apply the brakes to slowthe vehicle to the new set speed. The setspeed displays continuously in theinformation display while the system isactive.
Resuming the Set Speed
Note:Only use resume if you are aware ofthe set speed and intend to return to it.
Press and release RES. The vehicle returnsto the previously set speed. The set speedshows continuously in the informationdisplay while the system is active.
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Low Speed AutomaticCancellation
The system does not function at vehiclespeeds below 12.4 mph (20 km/h). Anaudible alarm sounds and the automaticbraking releases if the vehicle drops belowthis speed.
Hilly Condition and Trailer TowUsage
Note:An audible alarm sounds and thesystem shuts down if it applies brakes foran extended period of time. This allows thebrakes to cool. The system functionsnormally again when the brakes havecooled.
Note:When towing with adaptive cruisecontrol, turn on Tow/Haul Mode and DieselEngine Brake.
Select a lower gear when the system isactive in situations such as prolongeddownhill driving on steep grades, forexample in mountainous areas. Thesystem needs additional engine braking inthese situations to reduce the load on thevehicle’s regular brake system to preventit from overheating.
Switching the System Off
Note:The set speed memory erases whenyou switch off the system.
Press and release OFF or switch off theignition.
Detection Issues
WARNING
On rare occasions, detection issuescan occur due to the roadinfrastructures, for example bridges,tunnels and safety barriers. In these cases,the system may brake late orunexpectedly. At all times, you areresponsible for controlling your vehicle,supervising the system and intervening, ifrequired.
The radar sensor has a limited field ofvision. It may not detect vehicles at all ordetect a vehicle later than expected insome situations. The lead vehicle graphicdoes not illuminate if the system does notdetect a vehicle in front of you.
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Detection issues can occur:
When driving on a different linethan the vehicle in front.A
With vehicles that edge into yourlane. The system can only detectthese vehicles once they movefully into your lane.
B
There may be issues with thedetection of vehicles in frontwhen driving into and coming outof a bend or curve in the road.
C
In these cases the system may brake lateor unexpectedly. Stay alert and take actionwhen necessary.
If something hits the front end of yourvehicle or damage occurs, theradar-sensing zone may change. This couldcause missed or false vehicle detections.Contact an authorized dealer to have themcheck for proper coverage and operation.
System Not Available
Conditions that can cause the system todeactivate or prevent the system fromactivating when requested include:
•A blocked sensor.
•High brake temperature.
•A failure in the system or a relatedsystem.
Note:If you disable electronic stabilitycontrol, adaptive cruise control is notavailable. See Using Stability Control(page 227).
Blocked Sensor
A message displays if something obstructsthe radar signals from the sensor. Thesensor is behind a cover near the driver sideof the lower grille. The system cannotdetect a vehicle ahead and does notfunction when something obstructs theradar signals. The following table listspossible causes and actions for thismessage displaying.
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ActionCause
Clean the grille surface in front of the radaror remove the object causing the obstruc-tion.
The surface of the radar in the grille is dirtyor obstructed in some way.
Wait a short time. It may take severalminutes for the radar to detect that it is freefrom obstruction.
The surface of the radar in the grille is cleanbut the message remains in the display.
Do not use the system in these conditionsbecause it may not detect any vehiclesahead.
Heavy rain or snow is interfering with theradar signals.
Do not use the system in these conditionsbecause it may not detect any vehiclesahead.
Swirling water, or snow or ice on the surfaceof the road may interfere with the radarsignals.
Wait a short time or switch to normal cruisecontrol.You are in a desert or remote area with noother vehicles and no roadside objects.
Due to the nature of radar technology, it ispossible to get a blockage warning and nothave a blockage. This can happen, forexample, when driving in sparse rural ordesert environments. A false blockedcondition either self clears or clears aftera key cycle.
Switching to Normal CruiseControl
WARNING
Normal cruise control will not brakewhen your vehicle is approachingslower vehicles. Always be aware ofwhich mode you have selected and applythe brakes when necessary.
You can manually change from adaptivecruise control to normal cruise controlthrough the information display. SeeInformation Messages (page 128).
The cruise control indicator lightreplaces the adaptive cruisecontrol indicator light if youselect normal cruise control. The gapsetting does not display, the system doesnot automatically respond to lead vehiclesand automatic braking remains active tomaintain set speed. The system recalls itslast setting when you start your vehicle.
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LANE KEEPING SYSTEM (If
Equipped)
WARNING
The system is designed to aid thedriver. It is not intended to replaceyour attention and judgment. You arestill responsible to drive with due care andattention.
Note:The system works as long as thecamera can detect one lane marking at aspeed above 40 mph (64 km/h).
Note:The system may not function if thecamera is blocked or there is damage to thewindshield.
The Lane Keeping System automaticallydetects and tracks the road lane markingsusing a camera mounted behind theinterior review view mirror. The systemnotifies you to stay in your lane when thefront camera detects an unintentional lanechange is likely to occur.
Switching the System On and Off
Note:The system on or off setting is storeduntil it is manually changed, unless a MyKeyis detected. If the system detects a MyKey,it defaults to on and the mode is set to alert.
Note:If a MyKey is detected, pressing thebutton will not affect the on or off status ofthe system. You can only change the modeand intensity settings.
Press the button located on thecenter console to switch thesystem on or off.
System Settings
The system sensitivity and intensity canbe adjusted through the display screen.See General Information (page 111). Thesystem remembers the last selection. Youdo not need to readjust the setting eachtime you turn on your vehicle.
Sensitivity: This setting allows you toselect where in the lane a warning isprovided. Increasing the sensitivity settingmoves the warning zones in closer to yourvehicle.
NormalA
IncreasedB
Note:The alert diagram illustrates generalzone coverage. It does not provide exactzone parameters.
Intensity: This setting affects the intensityof the steering wheel vibration. Increasingthe intensity causes a higher rate of hapticfeedback.
•High
•Normal
•Low
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