battery FORD F-250 2018 Repair Manual

USB and Bluetooth Stereo issues
Possible solution
Possible cause
Issue
Disconnect the device from SYNC 3. Try
switching your device off, resetting it or
removing the battery, then reconnect it to
SYNC 3.
Possible device malfunc-
tion.
I am having
trouble
connecting my
device. Make sure you are using the manufacturer's
cable.
Make sure to correctly insert the USB cable
into the device and your vehicle's USB port.
Make sure that the device does not have
an auto-install program or active security
settings.
Make sure your device is unlocked before
connecting it to SYNC 3.
The device has a lock
screen enabled.
Make sure you are not leaving the device in
your vehicle during very hot or cold
temperatures.
This is a device limitation.
SYNC 3 does
not recognize
my device when
I start my
vehicle.
Make sure you connect the device to SYNC
3 and that you have started the media
player on your device.
This is a device-
dependent feature.
Bluetooth audio
does not
stream. The device is not
connected.
Try switching your device off, resetting it or
removing the battery, then reconnect it to
SYNC 3.
The device is in a bad
state.
Make sure that all song details are popu-
lated.
Your music files may not
contain the correct artist,
song title, album or genre
information.
SYNC 3 does
not recognize
music that is on
my device. Try replacing the corrupt file with a new
version.
The file may be
corrupted.
Some devices require you to change the
USB settings from mass storage to media
transfer protocol class.
The song may have
copyright protection that
does not allow it to play.
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USB and Bluetooth Stereo issues
Possible solution
Possible cause
Issue
Convert the file to a supported format. See
Entertainment (page 517).
The file format is not
supported by SYNC 3.
Update media index. See
Settings (page
546).
The device needs to be
re-indexed.
Make sure your device is unlocked before
connecting it to SYNC 3.
The device has a lock
screen enabled.
Disconnect the device from SYNC 3. Try
switching your device off, resetting it or
removing the battery, then connect it back
to SYNC 3.
This is a device limitation.
When I connect
my device, I
sometimes do
not hear any
sound. To listen to Apple devices through USB,
select AirPlay from the devices Control
Center, then select Dock Connector.
To listen to Apple devices through
Bluetooth Stereo, select AirPlay from the
devices Control Center, then select SYNC.
Connect a compatible device or media
player.
The device or media
player is incompatible.
SYNC 3 does
not display the
song informa-
tion, repeat, or
shuffle buttons. Wi-Fi Issues
Possible solution
Possible cause
Issue
Verify password.
Password error.
Failed connec-
tion.
Check for a poor Wi-Fi signal.
Weak signal.
Use a unique name for your SSID, don ’t use
the default name unless it contains a
unique identifier, such as part of the MAC
address.
Multiple Access points
within range with the
same SSID.
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(If Equipped)

•
Cruise control.
• Tool or Cargo boxes*.
• Vehicle security system.
• Wheel locks.
• Wheel well liners.
*The accessory manufacturer designs,
develops and therefore warrants Ford
Licensed Accessories, and does not design
or test these accessories to Ford Motor
Company engineering requirements.
Contact an authorized Ford dealer for the
manufacturer ’s limited warranty details,
and request a copy of the Ford Licensed
Accessories product limited warranty from
the accessory manufacturer.
For maximum vehicle performance, keep
the following information in mind when
adding accessories or equipment to your
vehicle:
• When adding accessories, equipment,
passengers and luggage to your
vehicle, do not exceed the total weight
capacity of the vehicle or of the front
or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as
indicated on the Safety Compliance
Certification label). Ask an authorized
dealer for specific weight information.
• The Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) and Canadian
Radio Telecommunications
Commission (CRTC) regulate the use
of mobile communications systems
that are equipped with radio
transmitters, for example two-way
radios, telephones and theft alarms.
Any such equipment installed in your
vehicle should comply with Federal
Communications Commission (FCC)
and Canadian Radio
Telecommunications Commission
(CRTC) regulations and should be
installed only by an authorized dealer. •
An authorized dealer needs to install
mobile communications systems.
Improper installation may harm the
operation of your vehicle, particularly
if the manufacturer did not design the
mobile communication system
specifically for automotive use.
• If you or an authorized Ford dealer add
any non-Ford electrical or electronic
accessories or components to your
vehicle, you may adversely affect
battery performance and durability. In
addition, you may also adversely affect
the performance of other electrical
systems in the vehicle.
AUXILIARY SWITCHES (If Equipped)
For maximum vehicle performance, keep
the following information in mind when
adding accessories or equipment to your
vehicle:
• When adding accessories, equipment,
passengers and luggage to your
vehicle, do not exceed the total weight
capacity of the vehicle or of the front
or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as
indicated on the Safety Compliance
Certification label). Ask an authorized
dealer for specific weight information.
• The Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) and Canadian
Radio Telecommunications
Commission (CRTC) regulate the use
of mobile communications systems
equipped with radio transmitters, for
example, two-way radios, telephones
and theft alarms. Any such equipment
installed in your vehicle should comply
with Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) and Canadian
Radio Telecommunications
Commission (CRTC) regulations, and
should be installed by an authorized
dealer.
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•
An authorized dealer needs to install
mobile communications systems.
Improper installation may harm the
operation of your vehicle, particularly
if the manufacturer did not design the
mobile communication system
specifically for automotive use.
• If you or an authorized Ford dealer add
any non-Ford electrical or electronic
accessories or components to your
vehicle, you may adversely affect
battery performance and durability. In
addition, you may also adversely affect
the performance of other electrical
systems in the vehicle. The auxiliary switch option package
provides six switches mounted in the
overhead console. These switches operate
when the vehicle is running or from battery
power, depending on the switchable fuse
AUXF4's location in the upfitter relay box.
We recommend, however, that the engine
remain running to maintain battery charge
when using the auxiliary switches for
extended periods of time or higher current
draws.
Note:
When your vehicle has a diesel
engine, use the auxiliary switches only when
the engine is running. The glow plugs also
drain battery power when the ignition key is
in the on position. Using the auxiliary
switches, even for limited amounts of time,
can cause your battery to drain quickly and
prevent your vehicle from restarting. When switched on, the auxiliary switches
provide electrical battery power for a
variety of personal or commercial uses.
Switches 1 through 4 provide 25 amps.
Switches 5 and 6 provide 40 amps.
The relay box for the auxiliary switches is
in the rear of the engine compartment,
near the back wall. See your authorized
dealer for service.
The relays are coded as shown:
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Check Every Month
Air filter restriction gauge. Engine oil level.
Function of all interior and exterior lights.
Tires including the spare for wear and proper pressure. Windshield washer fluid level.
Fuel and water separator. Drain if necessary or if indicated by the information display. Holes and slots in the tail pipe to make sure they are functional and clear of debris. Check Every Six Months
Battery connections. Clean if necessary.
Body and door drain holes for obstructions. Clean if necessary. Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength.
Door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if necessary.
Hinges, latches and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if necessary. Parking brake for proper operation.
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps, brake, ABS, airbag and safety belt for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
Multi-Point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right,
it is important to have the systems on your
vehicle checked regularly. This can help
identify potential issues and prevent major
problems. We recommend having the
following multi-point inspection performed
at every scheduled maintenance interval
to help make sure your vehicle keeps
running great.
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Multi-Point Inspection
Hazard warning system operation
Accessory drive belt(s)
Horn operation
Battery performance
Radiator, cooler, heater and air conditioninghoses
Engine air filter
Suspension components for leaks ordamage
Exhaust system
Steering and linkage
Exterior lamps operation
Tires including the spare for wear andproper pressure 2
Fluid levels 1
; fill if necessary
Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
For oil and fluid leaks
Washer spray and wiper operation
Half-shaft dust boots
1 Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission and window washer
2 If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expiration
Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
Be sure to ask your dealership service
advisor or technician about the multi-point
vehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive
way to perform a thorough inspection of
your vehicle. Your checklist gives you
immediate feedback on the overall
condition of your vehicle.
NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
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Understanding the Shift Positions of Your
Automatic Transmission........................... 208
Understanding your SelectShift Automatic ™ transmission......................... 210
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check............................................................346
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid................................................................... 346
Autowipers........................................................87
Auxiliary Power Points................................170 110 Volt - 400 Watt Capacity AC Power
Outlet................................................................. 170
12 Volt DC Power Point..................................... 170
Locations............................................................... 170
Auxiliary Switches........................................575 Upfitter Interface Module............................... 578
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery..................... 353
Bed Extender....................................................74
Grocery mode........................................................ 75
Tailgate mode........................................................ 74
Bed Ramps
....................................................268
Installing the Ramp Holder............................ 270
Stowing the Bed Ramp................................... 270
Using the Bed Ramp........................................ 269
Blind Spot Information System
..............252
Blind Spot Information System with Trailer
Tow..................................................................... 254
Switching the System Off and On..............256
System Errors...................................................... 256
Using the System............................................... 253
BLIS See: Blind Spot Information System..........252
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........328
Booster Seats
..................................................32
Types of Booster Seats...................................... 32
Brake Fluid Check........................................349
Brakes...............................................................225 General Information.......................................... 225
Breaking-In
....................................................298
Bulb Specification Chart..........................360 C
Cabin Air Filter................................................152
California Proposition 65
.............................12
Capacities and Specifications - 6.2L.................................................................427
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates............................................................ 431
Specifications..................................................... 428
Capacities and Specifications - 6.7L Diesel.............................................................432
Engine Oil Specifications............................... 438
Specifications..................................................... 434
Capacities and Specifications - 6.8L................................................................439
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates........................................................... 443
Specifications..................................................... 440
Capacities and Specifications...............420
Cargo Lamps....................................................97
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior.............................. 370
Catalytic Converter
......................................196
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II).................... 197
Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Testing.................................................... 197
Center Console
...............................................172
Changing a Bulb...........................................357 Cargo Lamp and Central High Mounted
Brake Lamp Bulbs........................................ 359
Fog Lamp Bulbs................................................. 358
Front Park and Direction Indicator Lamp Bulbs.................................................................. 357
Headlamp Bulbs................................................. 357
License Plate Lamp Bulb............................... 360
Rear Lamps, Brake Lamps, Rear Direction Indicator and Reversing Lamp
Bulbs................................................................. 358
Changing a Fuse..........................................326 Fuses...................................................................... 326
Changing a Road Wheel..........................408 Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly
Information.................................................... 408
Location of the Spare Tire and Tools................................................................. 409
Removing the Spare Tire (With Spare Tire Carrier Only)................................................... 409
Tire Change Procedure.................................... 410
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Changing the 12V Battery.........................353
Battery Management System...................... 354
Changing the Crankcase Vent Filter Element........................................................336
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 6.2L/ 6.8L
................................................................362
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 6.7L Diesel.............................................................363
Air Filter Restriction Gauge............................ 364
Changing the Engine-Mounted and Diesel Fuel Conditioner Module Fuel
Filters - 6.7L Diesel
...................................365
Diesel Fuel Conditioner Module
Filter................................................................... 365
Engine-mounted Fuel Filter.......................... 368
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter...............................................................335
Engine lubrication for severe service operation..........................................................336
Changing the Wiper Blades
.....................355
Checking MyKey System Status...............65 MyKey Distance.................................................... 65
Number of Admin Keys...................................... 65
Number of MyKeys.............................................. 65
Checking the Wiper Blades
......................355
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance.................................................44
Child Restraint Positioning
.........................34
Child Safety.......................................................19
General Information............................................. 19
Child Safety Locks
.........................................35
Left-Hand Side..................................................... 36
Right-Hand Side................................................... 36
Cleaning Leather Seats
..............................375
With King Ranch Edition................................. 376
Without King Ranch Edition........................... 375
Cleaning Products
.......................................370
Materials............................................................... 370
Cleaning the Engine
....................................372
Cleaning the Exhaust - 6.7L Diesel........372
Cleaning the Exterior
..................................370
Cleaning the Headlamps................................. 371
Exterior Chrome Parts....................................... 371
Exterior Plastic Parts.......................................... 371
Stripes or Graphics............................................. 371
Underbody............................................................. 371
Under Hood........................................................... 371Cleaning the Instrument Panel and
Instrument Cluster Lens
.........................375
Cleaning the Interior....................................373
Cleaning the Wheels...................................377
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades............................................................373
Clearing All MyKeys.......................................65
Climate.............................................................527
Climate Control
.............................................146
Climate Controlled Seats..........................163 Cooled Seats........................................................ 164
Heated Seats........................................................ 163
Collision Warning System.........................261 Principle Of Operation...................................... 261
Coolant Check See: Engine Coolant Check - 6.2L/6.8L.....338
See: Engine Coolant Check - 6.7L
Diesel................................................................. 342
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator.......54
Creating a MyKey...........................................64 Programming or Changing Configurable
Settings............................................................... 64
Cross Traffic Alert.........................................257 False Alerts.......................................................... 259
Switching the System Off and On..............259
System Errors...................................................... 259
System Lights, Messages and Audible Alerts................................................................. 258
System Limitations........................................... 259
Using the System............................................... 257
Cruise Control
.................................................84
Principle of Operation...................................... 243
Cruise control See: Using Cruise Control............................... 243
Customer Assistance
..................................310
D
Data Recording
................................................10
Event Data Recording.......................................... 10
Service Data Recording...................................... 10
Daytime Running Lamps..............................91 Type One - Conventional
(Non-Configurable)........................................ 91
Type Two - Configurable.................................... 91
Diesel Particulate Filter.............................202 Oxidation Catalytic Converter and Diesel
Particulate Filter System........................... 203
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Turbo Boost Gauge...........................................
108
Type 1 and 2.......................................................... 105
Type 3..................................................................... 106
Gearbox See: Transmission............................................. 208
General Information on Radio Frequencies...................................................56
Intelligent Access................................................. 56
General Maintenance Information........581 Multi-Point Inspection..................................... 583
Owner Checks and Services.......................... 582
Protecting Your Investment............................ 581
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?.......................... 581
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?...................................................... 581
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada..........................................................313
Getting the Services You Need...............310 Away From Home.............................................. 310
Global Opening..............................................99
Opening the Windows....................................... 99
H
Handbrake See: Parking Brake............................................. 227
Hazard Flashers...........................................304
HDC See: Using Hill Descent Control.................... 233
Headlamp Adjusting See: Adjusting the Headlamps..................... 355
Headrest See: Head Restraints......................................... 154
Head Restraints
............................................154
Adjusting the Head Restraint......................... 155
Heated Exterior Mirrors...............................152
Heated Rear Window..................................152
Heated Seats
..................................................162
Rear Heated Seats............................................. 163
Heated Steering Wheel...............................85
Heating See: Climate Control......................................... 146
Hill Start Assist..............................................227 Switching the System On and Off..............228
Using Hill Start Assist....................................... 228Hints on Controlling the Interior
Climate..........................................................149
Defogging the Side Windows in Cold Weather.............................................................. 151
General Hints....................................................... 149
Quickly Cooling the Interior.............................. 151
Quickly Heating the Interior............................ 150
Recommended Settings for Cooling............151
Recommended Settings for Heating..........150
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes............................................................227
Home Screen
................................................509
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........328
I
Ignition Switch
................................................175
In California (U.S. Only)...............................311
Information Display Control......................85
Information Displays
....................................113
General Information........................................... 113
Information Messages
................................129
4WD........................................................................\
. 145
Active Park............................................................ 129
Adaptive Cruise Control................................... 130
Adaptive Steering............................................... 130
AdvanceTrac and Traction Control...............131
Airbag....................................................................... 131
Alarm and Security.............................................. 131
Automatic Engine Shutdown......................... 132
Battery and Charging System........................ 132
Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System.................................................... 133
Collision Warning System............................... 134
Diesel Messages.................................................. 134
Doors and Locks................................................. 136
Driver Alert............................................................. 137
Drivetrain................................................................ 137
Engine...................................................................... 137
Fuel........................................................................\
.. 138
Keys and Intelligent Access............................ 138
Lane Keeping System....................................... 139
Maintenance........................................................ 139
MyKey..................................................................... 140
Off Road................................................................ 140
Park Aid................................................................... 141
Park Brake.............................................................. 141
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