door lock FORD F250 1999 Owners Manual

Door ajar
Illuminates when the ignition is in
the ON or START position and any
door is open.
Oil pressure/Engine coolant
This light will illuminate when the
ignition is in the ON position and
the:
•engine coolant temperature is
very high
•engine oil pressure is low
•engine is off
The light serves as a notice that a system needs your attention and to
check the engine coolant temperature gauge and the engine oil pressure
gauge.
Refer toEngine coolant temperature gaugeandEngine oil pressure
gaugein this chapter for more information.
Safety belt warning chime
Chimes to remind you to fasten your safety belts.
For information on the safety belt warning chime, refer to theSeating
and safety restraintschapter.
Supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning chime
For information on the SRS warning chime, refer to theSeating and
safety restraintschapter.
Key-in-ignition warning chime
Sounds when the ignition key is left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or
ACC position and the driver’s door is opened.
Headlamps on warning chime
Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition in the
OFF position (and the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is
opened.
DOOR
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Window lock
The window lock feature allows only
the driver to operate the power
windows.
To lock out all the window controls
except for the driver’s press the left
side of the control. Press the right side to restore the window controls.
Accessory delay (if equipped)
With accessory delay, the window switches may be used for up to ten
minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position or until
any door is opened.
POWER DOOR LOCKS (IF EQUIPPED)
Press U to unlock all doors and L to
lock all doors.
POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS (IF EQUIPPED)
The ignition must be in ACC or ON position to adjust the power side
view mirrors.
To adjust your mirrors:
1. Select L to adjust the left mirror
or R to adjust the right mirror.
WINDOW LOCK
U L
MIRRORS
L R
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REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
The remote entry system allows you to lock or unlock all vehicle doors
without a key.
The remote entry features only operate with the ignition in the OFF
position.
If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle,
ensureALL key fobs(remote entry transmitters) are brought to the
dealership, to aid in troubleshooting.
Unlocking the doors
Press this control to unlock the
driver’s door. The interior lamps will
illuminate.
Press the control a second time
within five seconds to unlock all
doors.
Locking the doors
Press this control to lock all doors.
To confirm all doors are closed and
locked, press the control a second
time within five seconds. The doors
will lock again, the horn will chirp
and the lamps will flash.
If any of the doors are ajar, the horn
will make two quick chirps,
reminding you to properly close all
doors.
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To replace the battery:
1. Twist a thin coin between the two
halves of the transmitter near the
key ring. DO NOT TAKE THE
FRONT PART OF THE
TRANSMITTER APART.
2. Place the positive (+) side of new
battery in the same orientation.
Refer to the diagram inside the
transmitter unit.
3. Snap the two halves back
together.
Illuminated entry
The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to
unlock the door(s) or sound the personal alarm.
The system automatically turns off after 25 seconds or when the ignition
is turned to the RUN or ACC position. The dome lamp control (if
equipped) mustnotbe set to the OFF position for the illuminated entry
system to operate.
The inside lights will not turn off if:
•they have been turned on with the dimmer control or
•any door is open.
The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 40 minutes after the
ignition has been turned to the OFF position.
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Replacing lost transmitters
Take all your vehicle’s transmitters
to your dealer if service is required.
If you purchase additional
transmitters (up to four may be
programmed), perform the following
procedure:
To reprogram the transmitters
yourself, place the key in the
ignition and turn from OFF to ON
eight times in rapid succession
(within 10 seconds) ending in ON. After doors lock/unlock, press any
control on all transmitters (up to four). When completed, turn the
ignition to OFF. The doors will lock/unlock one last time to confirm
completion of program mode.
All transmitters must be programmed at the same time.
Reprogramming transmitters
To reprogram all transmitters, place the key in the ignition and turn from
OFF to ON eight times in a row (within 10 seconds). After doors
lock/unlock, press any control on all transmitters (up to four). When
completed, turn the ignition to OFF.
All transmitters must be reprogrammed at the same time.
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingDescription
8 5A Radio, Headlamp Switch Illumination
9 — Not Used
10 — Not Used
11 10A Washer Pump, Wiper Run/Park Relay Coil,
Wiper Hi/LO Relay Coil, Washer Pump
Relay Coil
12 15A Horn
13 20A Stop Lamps, Center High-mount Stop
Lamp, Trailer Tow Stop Lamp
14 10A Dome Lamp, Cargo Lamp, Courtesy Lamps
15 5A Generic Electronic Module (GEM),
Powertrain Control Module (PCM),
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Module,
Brake Shift Interlock, Speed Control
16 15A Instrument Cluster, Hi-beam Headlamps
17 — Not Used
18 — Not Used
19 10A Auxiliary Powertrain Control Module
(APCM) (Diesel only), Instrument Cluster,
GEM Module, Overdrive Cancel Switch, Idle
Validation Switch (Diesel only), Overhead
Console
20 15A Starter Motor Relay Coil, PCM (Gasoline
only)
21 — Not Used
22 10A Air Bag Module, Passenger Air Bag
Activation Switch, Blower Motor Relay Coil
23 10A Electronic Flasher
24 10A Blend Door Actuator, Trailer Tow Battery
Charge Relay Coil
25 5A 4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (4WABS)
Module
26 — Not Used
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingDescription
7 20A*
(Gasoline
only)
5A* (Diesel
only)Gasoline only-Vapor Managment Valve,
HEGO Sensors, Intake Manifold
Communication Control, EVR Solenoid,
PCM, Canister Vent Solenoid
Diesel only-Dual AlternatorAField
8 15A* Trailer Tow Electronic Brake Illumination,
Park Lamps, Trailer Tow Park Lamp Relay
Coil
9 10A* Left Headlamp
10 25A* Power Point
11 10A* Right Headlamp (Low Beam)
12 10A* Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Resistor
13 30A** Multi-function Switch, Headlamps
14 60A** Anti-Lock Brake System
15 30A** Windshield Wiper Motor
16 30A** Trailer Tow Battery Charge
17 30A** Electronic Shift On The Fly Relay, Transfer
Case Shift Motor
18 30A** Power Seat
19 20A** Fuel Pump Motor, PCM
20 50A** Ignition Switch (B4 & B5)
21 50A** Ignition Switch (B1 & B3)
22 50A** Instrument Panel Junction Box
23 40A** Blower Motor
24 30A** Power Distribution Box
25 30A*** Power Windows
26 20A** If equipped with Remote Keyless
Entry-Driver Door Unlock Relay Coil, All
Door Unlock Relay Coil, All Door Lock
Relay Coil, Park Lamp Flash Relay, If not
equipped with Remote Keyless
Entry-Power Door Lock Motors
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IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE
Certification label
The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration Regulations require
that a Certification Label be affixed
to a vehicle and prescribe where the
Certification Label may be located.
The Certification Label is located on
the front door latch pillar on the
driver’s side.
Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number is
attached to a metal tag and is
located on the driver side
instrument panel.
Engine number
The engine number (the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification
number) is stamped on the engine block, transmission, frame and
transfer case (if equipped).
MFD. BY FORD MOTOR CO. IN U.S.A.
EXT PNT: XXXXXX XXXXXX RC: XX DSO: XXXX F0000
BAR INT TR TP/PS R AXLE TR SPR T0000
X XX XXX X XX X XXXX
UTC
∇FOHT-15294A10-GA
MAXIMUM LOAD=OCCUPANTS + LUGGAGE=XXXKG/XXXXLB
OCCUPANTS: X TOTAL X FR X 2ND X RR OCCUPANTS LUGGAGE
XX XXXKG/XXXXLB
TIRE: XXXX/XXXXX XXX X XXXKG/XXXXLB
PRESSURE (FR) XXX kPa/33 PSI COLD
PRESSURE (RR) XXX kPa/33 PSI COLD
TRAILER TOWING - SEE OWNER GUIDE
DATE: XXXXX GVWR:XXXXX LB/ XXXXX KG
VIN: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX TYPE: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX FGAWR: XXXXXX/XXXXXXX RGAWR: XXXXXXX/XXXXXXX
THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL
MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE
DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE.
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
AIR BAG
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Ford Extended Service Plan...224
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................229
Getting roadside assistance ...223
Getting the service you need...225
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................234
The Dispute Settlement Board...226
Dipstick
engine oil .................................172
Doors
door ajar warning .....................13
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................186
Driving under special
conditions ...........................130,131
sand .........................................131
snow and ice ...........................132
through water ..................131,134
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................163
Emission control system ..........202
Engine ........................................217
check engine/service engine
soon light .................................8,9
coolant .....................................178
diesel ...........................................3
idle speed control ...................187
lubrication specifications...215,217
refill capacities ........................212
service points ..........................172
starting after a collision .........144
Engine block heater .................110
Engine oil ..................................172
checking and adding .......172,174
dipstick ....................................172
filter, specifications .........174,212
recommendations ...................174
refill capacities .................172,212
specifications .....172,174,215,217
Exhaust fumes ..........................110
Fail safe cooling ........................180Fluid capacities .........................212
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles ..12,125
control trac ...............................23
description ..............................128
driving off road .......................130
electronic shift ............23,125,128
indicator light ....................12,126
lever operated shift ................126
manual locking hubs ..............126
Fuel ............................................194
calculating fuel economy .......198
cap ...........................................197
capacity ...................................212
choosing the right fuel ...........196
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................201
detergent in fuel .....................197
filling your vehicle
with fuel ....................194,197,199
filter, specifications .........198,212
fuel pump shut-off switch .....144
improving fuel economy ........198
low fuel warning light ................8
octane rating ....................196,217
quality ......................................197
running out of fuel .................197
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................194
Fuses ...................................145,146
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............197
Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................198
Gauges .........................................14
battery voltage gauge ...............16
engine coolant temperature
gauge .........................................15
engine oil pressure gauge ........17
odometer ...................................15
speedometer .............................14
tachometer ................................16
trip odometer ............................16
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GAWR
(Gross Axle Weight Rating) .....132
calculating ...............................134
definition .................................132
driving with a heavy load ......132
location ....................................132
GVWR (Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating) ..........................132
calculating ........................132,134
definition .................................132
driving with a heavy load ......132
location ....................................132
Hazard flashers .........................144
Headlamps ...................................22
aiming ......................................208
daytime running lights .............22
flash to pass .........................23,73
high beam .......................12,22,72
turning on and off ....................22
warning chime ..........................13
Heating ........................................24
heater only system ...................24
heating and air
conditioning system .................26
Hood ..........................................171
Ignition .......................................217
positions of the ignition ...........66
removing the key ....................124
Infant seats (see Safety seats)...102
Inspection/maintenance
(I/M) testing ..............................203
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................210
lighting up panel and interior....23
location of components ..............8
Jump-starting your vehicle ......163
Keys
key in ignition chime ...............13
positions of the ignition ...........66
Lamps
autolamp system .....................203
cargo lamps ...............................23daytime running light ...............22
headlamps .................................22
headlamps, flash to pass .....23,73
instrument panel, dimming .....23
replacing
bulbs ............203,204,205,206,207
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................66
Lights, warning and indicator ......8
air bag ........................................10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) .....11,113
brake ..........................................11
charging system ........................12
check coolant ............................13
door ajar ....................................13
engine oil pressure ...................13
high beam .................................12
low fuel ........................................8
safety belt .................................11
service engine soon .................8,9
turn signal indicator .................12
Load limits .................................132
GAWR ......................................132
GVWR ......................................132
trailer towing ..........................132
Lubricant specifications ....215,217
Lumbar support, seats ...............84
Manual transmission .................119
fluid capacities ........................212
lubricant specifications ..........217
Message center ...........................17
english/metric button ...............17
menu button .............................18
Mirrors
fold away ...................................76
side view mirrors (power) .......75
Motorcraft parts .................198,212
Octane rating ............................196
Odometer .....................................15
Overdrive .....................................73
Panic alarm feature,
remote entry system ..................78
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