service FORD F250 2014 Owners Manual

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
6.2L and 6.8L Gasoline Engines Every 7500 miles (12000 km) or six months (whichever comes first)
Change engine oil and filter.
Rotate tires *
, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth.
Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended).
* Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted. Every 15000 miles (24000 km) or 12 months (whichever comes first)
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level. Consult dealer for requirements.
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake linings, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect engine cooling system strength and hoses.
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect front axle and U-joints. Lubricate if equipped with grease fittings (Four-wheel
drive vehicles).
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints.
Lubricate if equipped with grease fittings. Other maintenance items
Replace climate-controlled (heated and cooled) seat
filter. *
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Replace engine air filter.
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter on 5-speed
transmission. Consult dealer for requirements.
Every 60000 miles (96000
km)
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Other maintenance items
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seal if non-
sealed bearings are used.
Replace spark plugs.
Every 97500 miles (156000
km)
Change engine coolant.**
Every 105000 miles
(168000 km) Replace rear axle fluid.
Inspect accessory drive belt(s). ***
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter on 6-speed
transmission. Consult dealer for requirements.
Every 150000 miles
(240000 km) Replace accessory drive belt(s) if not replaced within the
last 100000 miles (160000 km).
Replace front wheel bearings and seals if non-sealed
bearings are used.
* If your vehicle has climate-controlled (heated and cooled) seats.
** Initial replacement at six years or 105000 miles (168000 kilometers), then every three
years or 45000 miles (72000 kilometers).
*** If not replaced, inspect every 15000 miles (24000 kilometers).
6.7L Diesel Engine
See the diesel supplement for scheduled
maintenance information. SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
6.2L and 6.8L Gasoline Engines
If you operate your vehicle primarily in any
of the following conditions, you need to
perform extra maintenance as indicated.
If you operate your vehicle
occasionally
under any of these conditions, it is not
necessary to perform the extra
maintenance. For specific
recommendations, see your dealership
service advisor or technician.
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Super Duty (TFA) Scheduled Maintenance

Towing a trailer or using a car-top carrier
Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
See axle maintenance items under Exceptions.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km)
Rotate tires*
, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Change engine oil and filter.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km) or six months
Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals if
non-sealed bearings are used.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Change the transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).
Every 60000 miles (96000
km)
* Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted. Extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, as in heavy commercial use
(such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery)
Replace engine air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Inspect brake system.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km)
Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Lubricate control arm and steering ball joints if equipped
with grease fittings.
Rotate tires*
, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km) or six months
Change engine oil and filter.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km), six months or 200
engine hours
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Extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, as in heavy commercial use
(such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery)
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals if
non-sealed bearings are used.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).
Every 60000 miles (96000
km)
Replace spark plugs.
* Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted. Operating in dusty or sandy conditions (such as unpaved or dusty roads)
Replace engine air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km)
Rotate tires*
, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Change engine oil and filter.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km) or six months
Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals if
non-sealed bearings are used.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Change rear axle fluid (F-450 and F-550 only).
Every 50000 miles (80000
km)
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).
Every 60000 miles (96000
km)
* Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted. Off-road operation
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints and U-joints, Lubricate
if equipped with grease fittings.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace engine air filter.
Change engine oil and filter.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km) or six months
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Off-road operation
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Rotate tires *
, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals if
non-sealed bearings are used.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Change rear axle fluid (F-450 and F-550 only).
Every 50000 miles (80000
km)
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).
Every 60000 miles (96000
km)
* Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted. Exclusive use of E85 (Flex fuel vehicles only)
If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regular
unleaded fuel.
Every oil change interval
6.7L Diesel Engine
See the diesel supplement for special
operating condition information.
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the Normal
Schedule:
Normal vehicle axle maintenance: Rear
axles and power take-off units with
synthetic fluid and light-duty trucks
equipped with Ford-design axles are
lubricated for life; do not check or change
fluid unless a leak is suspected, service is
required or the assembly has been
submerged in water. During long periods
of trailer towing with outside temperatures
above 70°F (21°C) and at wide-open
throttle for long periods above 45 mph (72
km/h), change non-synthetic rear axle fluid
every 3000 miles (4800 kilometers) or three months, whichever comes first. This
interval can be waived if the axle is filled
with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting
Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part
number F1TZ-19580-B, or equivalent. Add
friction modifier XL-3 (EST-M2C118-A) or
equivalent for complete refill of
Traction-Lok rear axles. See Capacities
and Specifications (page 292).
Police, Taxi and Livery vehicle axle
maintenance: Change rear axle fluid every
100000 miles (160000 kilometers). Rear
axle fluid change may be waived if the axle
was filled with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid
meeting Ford specification
WSL-M2C192-A, part number
F1TZ-19580-B, or equivalent. Add four
ounces (118 milliliters) of additive friction
modifier XL-3 (EST-M2C118-A), or
equivalent, for complete refill of
Traction-Lok rear axles. Change the axle
fluid anytime the axle submerges in water.
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California fuel filter replacement: If you
register your vehicle in California, the
California Air Resources Board has
determined that the failure to perform this
maintenance item does not nullify the
emission warranty or limit recall liability
before the completion of your vehicle's
useful life. Ford Motor Company, however,
urges you to have all recommended
maintenance services performed at the
specified intervals and to record all vehicle
service.
Hot climate oil change intervals:
Vehicles operating in the Middle East,
North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa or
locations with similar climates using an
American Petroleum Institute (API)
Certified for Gasoline Engines (Certification
mark) oil of SM or SN quality, the normal
oil change interval is 5000 miles (8000
kilometers).
If the available API SM or SN oils are not
available, then the oil change interval is
3000 miles (4800 kilometers).
Engine air filter replacement: The life of
the engine air filter is dependent on
exposure to dusty and dirty conditions.
Vehicles operated in these conditions
require frequent inspection and
replacement of the engine air filter.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE RECORD 438
Super Duty (TFA) Scheduled MaintenanceE146852
Repair Order #:Distance:
Engine hours (optional): Multi-point inspection (recommended): Signature:
Dealer stamp

Car Wash
See: Cleaning the Exterior............................... 247
Center Console..............................................129
Removable Front Cupholders........................ 129
Changing a Bulb............................................241 Lamp Assembly Condensation..................... 241
Replacing Brake/Tail/Turn/Reverse Lamp Bulbs.................................................................. 242
Replacing Cargo Lamp and High-mount Brake Lamp Bulbs........................................ 242
Replacing Fog Lamp Bulbs (If Equipped.......................................................... 242
Replacing Front Clearance and Identification Lamp Bulbs (If
Equipped)......................................................... 241
Replacing the License Plate Lamp Bulb.................................................................... 243
Changing a Fuse............................................214 Fuses....................................................................... 214
Changing a Road Wheel
............................279
Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly
Information...................................................... 279
Location of the Spare Tire and Tools........280
Removing the Spare Tire (With Spare Tire Carrier Only).................................................... 281
Tire Change Procedure.................................... 282
Changing the 12V Battery.........................235 Battery Management System (If
Equipped)........................................................ 236
Changing the Engine Air Filter.................245
Changing the Wiper Blades......................237
Checking MyKey System Status...............52
Checking the Wiper Blades
......................237
Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance.................................................35
Child Safety
.......................................................15
General Information............................................. 15
Child Safety Locks..........................................27
Child Seat Positioning..................................26
Cleaning Leather Seats
..............................251
Cleaning Products........................................247
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels........................251
Cleaning the Engine....................................248
Cleaning the Exhaust
.................................249 Cleaning the Exterior
...................................247
Cleaning Plastic Exterior Parts..................... 248
Exterior Chrome.................................................. 247
Stripes or Graphics (if equipped)................247
Underbody........................................................... 248
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens........................250
Cleaning the Interior
...................................250
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades...........................................................249
Clearing All MyKeys.......................................52
Climate............................................................398 Climate Control Voice Commands.............399
Climate Control
.............................................103
Coolant Check See: Engine Coolant Check............................ 227
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator.......44
Creating a MyKey
...........................................50
Programming/Changing Configurable
Settings................................................................ 51
Cruise Control...................................................61 Principle of Operation....................................... 174
Cruise control See: Using Cruise Control................................. 174
Customer Assistance
................................208
D
Data Recording
..................................................9
Event Data Recording.......................................... 10
Service Data Recording........................................ 9
Daytime Running Lamps
............................66
Digital Radio..................................................306
HD Radio Reception and Station
Troubleshooting............................................ 307
Direction Indicators
........................................67
Lane Change.......................................................... 67
Driver and Passenger Airbags....................37 Children and Airbags........................................... 42
Passenger Airbag On and Off Switch ..........37
Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment......................................................... 41
Driving Aids
......................................................175
Driving Hints..................................................200
Driving Through Water................................201
DRL See: Daytime Running Lamps........................ 66
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E
Economical Driving....................................200
Electronic Locking Differential................158
Activating the Electronic Locking
Differential....................................................... 158
Emission Control System..........................139 On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)................... 140
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing................................................... 140
End User License Agreement...................412
SYNC® End User License Agreement
(EULA)............................................................... 412
Engine Block Heater.....................................132 Using the Engine Block Heater...................... 133
Engine Coolant Check
................................227
Adding Engine Coolant.................................... 228
Checking the Engine Coolant........................ 227
Recycled Engine Coolant................................ 229
Severe Climates................................................. 229
What You Should Know About Fail-Safe Cooling.............................................................. 229
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 58
Engine Oil Check..........................................226 Adding Engine Oil.............................................. 226
Engine Oil Dipstick
......................................226
Engine Specifications.................................292
Drivebelt Routing............................................... 292
Entertainment..............................................366 A/V Inputs............................................................ 382
AM/FM Radio...................................................... 368
Bluetooth Audio.................................................. 381
Browsing Device Content............................... 366
CD........................................................................\
..... 377
SD Card Slot and USB Port............................ 378
SIRIUS® Satellite Radio (If Activated)........................................................ 373
Supported Media Players, Formats and Metadata Information................................. 381Essential Towing Checks...........................189
Before Towing a Trailer..................................... 195
Hitches................................................................... 190
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft (PWC)......................................... 196
Safety Chains........................................................ 191
Trailer Brakes......................................................... 191
Trailer Lamps....................................................... 195
Trailer Towing Connector................................ 190
Using a Step Bumper (If Equipped)............195
When Towing a Trailer...................................... 195
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording.............................................. 9
Export Unique Options..................................13
Exterior Mirrors
................................................70
Clearance Lamps................................................... 71
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors................................. 71
Heated Exterior Mirrors........................................ 71
Memory Mirrors...................................................... 71
Power Exterior Mirrors........................................ 70
Telescoping Mirrors.............................................. 72
F
Fastening the Safety Belts..........................29 Fastening the Cinch Tongue............................ 30
Restraint of Pregnant Women........................ 30
Safety Belt Extension Assembly...................... 31
Safety Belt Locking Modes............................... 30
Using the Safety Belt with Cinch Tongue (Front Center and Rear Center Seats
Only).................................................................... 29
Floor Mats
.......................................................201
Fog Lamps - Front See: Front Fog Lamps......................................... 67
Foot Pedals See: Adjusting the Pedals................................. 63
Ford Credit
..........................................................11
(U.S. Only)................................................................. 11
Ford Extended Service Plan (ESP)
.......427
SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY)............429
SERVICE PLANS (U.S. Only)......................... 427
Four-Wheel Drive.........................................149
Front Fog Lamps............................................67
Front Seat Armrest........................................117
Fuel and Refueling
.......................................134
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Fuel Consumption........................................138
Calculating Fuel Economy.............................. 138
Filling the Tank.................................................... 138
Fuel Filter
........................................................235
Fuel Quality.....................................................135
Choosing the Right Fuel................................... 135
Choosing the Right Fuel With a Flex Fuel Vehicle (If Equipped)................................... 135
Diesel Engine........................................................ 135
Octane Recommendations............................ 135
Fuel Shutoff
..................................................205
Fuses.................................................................214
Fuse Specification Chart............................215 Passenger Compartment Fuse
Panel................................................................. 220
Power Distribution Box..................................... 215
G
Garage Door Opener See: Universal Garage Door Opener.............119
Gauges................................................................75 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge.............76
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge................................ 76
Fuel Gauge.............................................................. 76
Information Display.............................................. 77
Transmission Fluid Temperature Gauge................................................................... 76
General Information on Radio Frequencies...................................................46
General Maintenance Information.......430 Multi-point Inspection..................................... 432
Owner Checks and Services........................... 431
Protecting Your Investment.......................... 430
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?......................... 430
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?..................................................... 430
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada...........................................................211
Getting the Services You Need..............208 Away From Home............................................. 208
Global Opening...............................................70 Opening the Windows........................................ 70
H
Handbrake See: Parking Brake.............................................. 161Hazard Warning Flashers
.........................205
HDC See: Using Hill Descent Control.................... 168
Head Restraints............................................108 Adjusting the Head Restraint........................ 109
Heated Seats...................................................115
Heated Steering Wheel
................................62
Heated Windows and Mirrors..................106
Heated Exterior Mirror...................................... 106
Heated Rear Window....................................... 106
Heating See: Climate Control......................................... 103
Hill Start Assist...............................................161 Using Hill Start Assist........................................ 161
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate..........................................................105
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes............................................................160
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood...........223
I
Ignition Switch
...............................................130
In California (U.S. Only)............................209
Information Display Control
........................61
Type 1........................................................................\
. 61
Type 2....................................................................... 62
Information Displays
......................................81
General Information............................................. 81
Information....................................................389 911 Assist............................................................... 395
Alerts...................................................................... 395
Calendar............................................................... 395
Sirius Travel Link................................................ 392
SYNC Services (If Equipped, United States Only)................................................................. 390
Vehicle Health Report...................................... 397
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Refueling..........................................................136
Fuel Filler Cap....................................................... 137
Remote Control..............................................46
Car Finder................................................................ 47
Integrated Keyhead Transmitters .................46
Memory Feature.................................................... 47
Remote Start ........................................................ 48
Replacing the Battery......................................... 46
Sounding a Panic Alarm.................................... 48
Remote Start.................................................106 Automatic Settings............................................ 107
Heated and Cooled Devices........................... 107
Removing a Headlamp..............................239
Repairing Minor Paint Damage................251
Replacement Parts Recommendation........................................12
Collision Repairs.................................................... 12
Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical Repairs.................................................................. 12
Warranty on Replacement Parts..................... 12
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control............................................................49
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)...............................................................213
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)...............................................................212
Roadside Assistance
.................................204
Vehicles Sold In Canada : Getting Roadside
Assistance....................................................... 204
Vehicles Sold In Canada : Using Roadside Assistance....................................................... 204
Vehicles Sold In The U.S.: Getting Roadside Assistance....................................................... 204
Vehicles Sold In The U.S. : Using Roadside Assistance....................................................... 204
Roadside Emergencies
.............................204
Running-In See: Breaking-In................................................ 200
Running Out of Fuel
....................................136
Refilling With a Portable Fuel
Container.......................................................... 136
S
Safety Belt Height Adjustment.................32
Safety Belt Minder.........................................33 Belt-Minder™........................................................ 33Safety Belts......................................................28
Principle of Operation........................................ 28
Safety Belt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime...............................................................32
Conditions of operation..................................... 33
Safety Canopy ™
............................................43
Safety Precautions.......................................134
Satellite Radio..............................................309 Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number
(ESN)................................................................. 310
Satellite Radio Reception Factors..............309
SIRIUS® Satellite Radio Service.................309
Troubleshooting.................................................. 310
Scheduled Maintenance Record...........438
Scheduled Maintenance
..........................430
Seats.................................................................108
Security..............................................................58
Settings...........................................................356 Clock....................................................................... 357
Display.................................................................... 357
Settings................................................................. 359
Sound..................................................................... 358
Vehicle................................................................... 358
Side Airbags.....................................................42
Sitting in the Correct Position
.................108
Snow Chains See: Using Snow Chains.................................. 273
Snowplowing................................................202 Engine temperature while plowing.............203
Installing the Snowplow................................. 202
Operating the Vehicle with the Snowplow Attached.......................................................... 202
Snowplowing with your Airbag Equipped Vehicle.............................................................. 203
Transmission operation while plowing............................................................. 203
Special Notices................................................12 New Vehicle Limited Warranty......................... 12
Special Instructions.............................................. 12
Using your Vehicle as an Ambulance.............13
Using your Vehicle as a Stationary Power Source................................................................... 13
Using your Vehicle with a Snowplow.............12
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance..............................................434
6.2L and 6.8L Gasoline Engines................... 434
6.7L Diesel Engine.............................................. 437
Exceptions............................................................ 437
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