transmission FORD F250 2014 User Guide

Compass/Transmission indicator
display (if equipped)
The compass heading will display in the
upper right corner of the information
display; the transmission gear indicator
displays in the right side of the information
display when using the SelectShift
Automatic
™ transmission feature. These
displays will not be shown in all screen
modes. For example: when programming
certain vehicle features or in certain
information menus. INFORMATION MESSAGES
Note:
Depending on your vehicle options
and instrument cluster type, not all of the
messages will display or be available.
Additionally, the information display may
abbreviate or shorten certain messages.
Press the RESET button for Type 1 displays
or the OK button for Type 2 displays to
acknowledge and remove some messages
from the information display. The
information display will automatically
remove other messages after a short time.
You need to confirm certain messages
before you can access the menus.
AdvanceTrac ™ Action
Message
The system detects a condition that requires service. Havethe system checked by an authorized dealer.
SERVICE ADVAN-
CETRAC
The driver has disabled the stability control system. SeeUsing Stability Control (page 165).
ADVANCETRAC OFF
The driver has disabled the traction control system. See UsingTraction Control
(page 163).
TRACTION CONTROL
OFF
Alarm Action
Message
An unauthorized entry has triggered the alarm. See Anti-Theft Alarm
(page 59).
TO STOP ALARM
START VEHICLE
The security system has detected a fault. Have the systemchecked by an authorized dealer.
SECURITY SYSTEM
FAULT
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Action
Message
A MyKey is in use, the optional setting is on and yourvehicle exceeds a preselected speed.
CHECK SPEED DRIVE SAFELY
A MyKey is in use and Belt-Minder® is active.
BUCKLE UP TO UNMUTE
AUDIO
An attempt failed to program a spare key using twoexisting MyKeys.
MYKEY COULD NOT PROGRAM
Park Aid Action
Message
The transmission is in R (Reverse) and the park aid is
disabled.
CHECK REAR PARK AID
The rear park aid is disabled.
REAR PARK AID OFF
The rear park aid is enabled.
REAR PARK AID ON
Park Brake Action
Message
The parking brake is set and your vehicle is in motion.
PARK BRAKE ENGAGED
Power Steering Action
Message
The power steering system has detected a condition
that requires service. Have the system checked by an authorized dealer.
SERVICE POWER STEERING
The power steering system has detected a condition
within the power steering system that requires service immediately. Have the system checked by an author- ized dealer.
SERVICE POWER STEERING
NOW
The power steering system has disabled power
steering assist due to a system error. Have the system checked by an authorized dealer.
POWER STEERING ASSIST
FAULT
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Off Road
Action
Message
The driver has disabled hill descent control mode.
HILL DESCENT CONTROL OFF
You have not met the vehicle speed requirement forentry into off-road mode.
FOR HILL DESCENT REDUCE
SPEED
The driver is able to select a transmission gear for hilldescent mode.
FOR HILL DESCENT SELECT
GEAR
Hill descent control mode is no longer active and thedriver must resume control.
HILL DESCENT - DRIVER
RESUME CONTROL
A hill descent system fault is present.
HILL DESCENT CONTROL
FAULT
The hill descent system is cooling due to overuse.
HILL DESCENT CONTROL OFF
SYSTEM COOLING
Hill descent control is active.
HILL DESCENT CONTROL
READY
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Action
Message
One or more tires on your vehicle have low tire pressure. SeeTire Pressure Monitoring System (page 273).
LOW TIRE PRESSURE
The tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning. If thewarning stays on or continues to come on, have the system
checked by an authorized dealer. See
Tire Pressure Monit-
oring System (page 273).
TIRE PRESSURE
MONITOR FAULT
A tire pressure sensor is malfunctioning, or your spare tire isin use. For more information on how the system operates
under these conditions, see
See Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (page 273). If the warning stays on or continues to
come on, have the system checked by an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
TIRE PRESSURE
SENSOR FAULT
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Note:
You may feel a small amount of air
from the floor air vents regardless of the air
distribution setting.
During extreme high ambient temperatures
when idling stationary for extended periods
in gear, it is recommended to run the A/C
in the MAX A/C mode, adjust the blower
fan speed to the lowest setting and put
the vehicle ’s transmission into position P
to continue to receive cool air from your
A/C system.
For maximum cooling performance in
AUTO (automatic climate system) or
panel mode, press
MAX A/C.
For maximum cooling performance in
panel and floor mode:
1. Adjust the temperature control to the coolest setting.
2. Select
A/C and recirculated air to
provide colder airflow.
3. Set the fan to the highest speed initially, and then adjust to maintain
comfort.
To aid in side window defogging and
demisting in cold or humid weather:
1. Select the floor and panel mode.
2. Press
A/C.
3. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort.
4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting.
5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents
toward the side windows.
6. To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents
located in the middle of the instrument
panel. HEATED WINDOWS AND
MIRRORS
Heated Rear Window
(If Equipped)
Note: The engine must be running to use
this feature.
Note: If your vehicle is equipped with a
sliding rear window, the feature still
operates when you open the window.
Press the button to clear the rear window
of thin ice and fog. Press the button again
within 10 minutes to switch it off. It
switches off automatically after 10
minutes, or when you switch the ignition
off.
Do not use razor blades or other sharp
objects to clean the inside of the rear
window or to remove decals from the
inside of the rear window. This may
cause damage to the heated grid lines.
Your warranty does not cover this
damage.
Heated Exterior Mirror
(If Equipped)
Note: Do not remove ice from the mirrors
with a scraper or attempt to readjust the
mirror glass that has frozen in place. These
actions could cause damage to the glass
and mirrors.
Note: Do not clean the housing or glass of
any mirror with harsh abrasives, fuel or other
petroleum-based cleaning products.
The heated mirrors remove ice, mist and
fog when you switch on the heated rear
window.
REMOTE START
(IF EQUIPPED)
The climate control system adjusts the
cabin temperature during remote start.
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This feature will automatically recall the
position of the driver's seat, power mirrors,
and adjustable pedals. The memory
control is located on the driver's door.
To program position 1:
1. Move the memory features to the
desired positions using the associated
controls.
2. Press and hold button 1 for at least two
seconds. A chime will sound confirming
that a memory position has been set.
To program position 2, repeat the previous
procedure using button 2.
You can program the memory feature to
a remote entry transmitter. See Keys and
Remote Controls (page 46).
You can recall a programmed memory
position:
• in any gearshift position if the ignition
is not on.
• only in position
P or N if the ignition is
on. You can recall the memory positions when
you press your remote entry transmitter
unlock control (if the transmitter is
programmed to a memory position) or,
when you enter a valid personal entry code
that is programmed to a memory position.
The mirrors will move to the programmed
position and the seat will move to the easy
entry position. The seat will move to the
final position when the key is in the ignition
(if easy entry feature is enabled).
Easy Entry and Exit Feature
(If
Equipped)
If you enable the easy entry and exit
feature, it automatically moves the driver's
seat rearward 2 inches (5 centimeters)
when the transmission selector lever is in
position P and the key is removed from the
ignition.
If the seat is located less than 2 inches (5
centimeters) from the rear of the seat
track, the seat travel will be less than 2
inches (5 centimeters) rearward.
The driver's seat will return to the previous
position when the key is put in the ignition.
You can enable or disable this feature
through the information display. See
Information Displays
(page 81).
REAR SEATS
(IF EQUIPPED)
Folding Up the Rear Seats (SuperCab)
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In-vehicle Programming
This process is to program your hand-held
transmitter and your in-vehicle HomeLink
button.
Note:
Put a new battery in the hand-held
transmitter. This will ensure quicker training
and accurate transmission of the
radio-frequency signal. 1.
With your vehicle parked outside of the
garage, turn your ignition to the on
position, but do not start your vehicle.
2. Hold your hand-held garage door transmitter 1– 3 inches (2–8
centimeters) away from the HomeLink
button that you want to program.
3. Using both hands, simultaneously, press and hold the desired HomeLink
button and the hand-held transmitter
button. DO NOT release either one until
the HomeLink indicator light flashes
slowly and then rapidly. When the
indicator light flashes rapidly, you can
release both buttons. The rapid
flashing indicates successful training.
4. Press and hold the HomeLink button you programmed for five seconds, then
release. You may need to do this twice
to activate the door. If your garage door
does not operate, watch the HomeLink
indicator light.
If the indicator light stays on, the
programming is complete. See
Programming Your Garage Door Motor
later in this section. If the indicator light flashes rapidly for two
seconds and then turns to a constant light,
you have not programmed the HomeLink
button yet. Do the following:
Press and hold the HomeLink button while
you press and release the hand-held
transmitter button every two seconds. The
HomeLink indicator light will flash slowly
and then rapidly once the HomeLink
function button recognizes and accepts
the hand-held transmitter
’s radio
frequency signal.
After programming the HomeLink button,
begin programming your garage door
opener motor.
Note: You may need a ladder to reach the
unit and you may need to remove the cover
or lamp lens on your garage door opener. To program additional buttons, repeat
Steps 1 – 4.
For questions or comments, please contact
HomeLink at www.homelink.com or
1-800-355-3515.
Programming Your Garage Door
Opener Motor
1. Press the learn button on the garage
door opener motor and then you have
30 seconds to complete the next two
steps.
2. Return to your vehicle.
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STARTING A GASOLINE
ENGINE
When you start the engine, the idle speed
increases, this helps to warm up the
engine. If the engine idle speed does not
slow down automatically, have your
vehicle checked by an authorized dealer.
Before starting the engine check the
following:
•
Make sure all occupants have fastened
their safety belts.
• Make sure the headlamps and
electrical accessories are off.
• Make sure the parking brake is on.
• Move the transmission selector lever
to position P.
• Turn the ignition key to the on position.
Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1. Fully press the brake pedal.
2. Turn the key to the start position to start the engine. Release the key when
the engine starts.
Note: The engine may continue cranking
for up to 15 seconds or until it starts.
Note: If you cannot start the engine on the
first try, wait for a short period and try again.
Failure to Start
If you cannot start the engine after three
attempts, wait 10 seconds and follow this
procedure:
1. Fully press the brake pedal.
2. Fully press the accelerator pedal and hold it there.
3. Start the engine.
Stopping the Engine When Your
Vehicle is Stationary
1. Move the transmission selector lever to position
P. 2. Turn the key to the off position.
3. Apply the parking brake.
Stopping the Engine When Your
Vehicle is Moving
WARNING
Switching off the engine when the
vehicle is still moving will result in a
loss of brake and steering assistance.
The steering will not lock, but higher effort
will be required. When the ignition is
switched off, some electrical circuits,
warning lamps and indicators may also be
off. 1. Move the transmission selector lever
to position
N and use the brakes to
bring your vehicle to a safe stop.
2. When your vehicle has stopped, move the transmission selector lever to
position
P and turn the key to the off
position.
3. Apply the parking brake.
Cold Weather Starting (Flexible
Fuel Vehicles Only)
The starting characteristics of all grades
of E85 ethanol make it unsuitable for use
when ambient temperatures fall below
0°F (-18°C). Consult your fuel distributor
for the availability of winter grade ethanol.
As the outside temperature approaches
freezing, ethanol fuel distributors should
supply winter grade ethanol (same as with
unleaded gasoline). If summer grade
ethanol is used in cold weather conditions,
0°F to 32°F (-18°C to 0°C), you may
experience increased cranking times, rough
idle or hesitation until the engine has
warmed up.
You may experience a decrease in peak
performance when the engine is cold when
operating on E85 ethanol.
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•
Adding certain accessories to your
vehicle (for example bug deflectors,
rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski
racks) may reduce fuel economy.
• Using fuel blended with alcohol may
lower fuel economy.
• Fuel economy may decrease with lower
temperatures during the first 8– 10
miles (12 –16 kilometers) of driving.
• Driving on flat terrain offers improved
fuel economy as compared to driving
on hilly terrain.
• Transmissions give their best fuel
economy when operated in the top
cruise gear and with steady pressure
on the gas pedal.
• Close windows for high speed driving.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARNINGS
Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle
in dry grass or other dry ground cover.
The emission system heats up the
engine compartment and exhaust system,
which can start a fire. Exhaust leaks may result in entry of
harmful and potentially lethal fumes
into the passenger compartment. If
you smell exhaust fumes inside your
vehicle, have your dealer inspect your
vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you
smell exhaust fumes. Your vehicle is equipped with various
emission control components and a
catalytic converter that will enable your
vehicle to comply with applicable exhaust
emission standards. To make sure that the
catalytic converter and other emission
control components continue to work
properly:
•
Use only the specified fuel listed.
• Avoid running out of fuel. •
Do not turn off the ignition while your
vehicle is moving, especially at high
speeds.
• Have the items listed in scheduled
maintenance information performed
according to the specified schedule.
The scheduled maintenance items listed
in scheduled maintenance information are
essential to the life and performance of
your vehicle and to its emissions system.
If you use parts other than Ford, Motorcraft
or Ford-authorized parts for maintenance
replacements, or for service of
components affecting emission control,
such non-Ford parts should be the
equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company
parts in performance and durability.
Illumination of the service engine soon
indicator, charging system warning light or
the temperature warning light, fluid leaks,
strange odors, smoke or loss of engine
power could indicate that the emission
control system is not working properly.
An improperly operating or damaged
exhaust system may allow exhaust to
enter the vehicle. Have a damaged or
improperly operating exhaust system
inspected and repaired immediately.
Do not make any unauthorized changes to
your vehicle or engine. By law, vehicle
owners and anyone who manufactures,
repairs, services, sells, leases, trades
vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles
are not permitted to intentionally remove
an emission control device or prevent it
from working. Information about your
vehicle ’s emission system is on the Vehicle
Emission Control Information Decal
located on or near the engine. This decal
also lists engine displacement
Please consult your warranty information
for complete details.
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On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
Your vehicle is equipped with an on-board
diagnostics system (OBD-II) that monitors
the engine
’s emission control system. This
system protects the environment by
ensuring that your vehicle continues to
meet government emission standards. The
OBD-II system also assists your authorized
dealer in properly servicing your vehicle. When the service engine soon
indicator illuminates, the OBD-II
system has detected a
malfunction. Temporary malfunctions may
cause the service engine soon indicator to
illuminate.
Examples of temporary malfunctions are:
• the vehicle has run out of fuel —the
engine may misfire or run poorly
• poor fuel quality or water in the
fuel —the engine may misfire or run
poorly
• the fuel fill inlet may not have been
properly closed See Refueling (page
136).
• driving through deep water —the
electrical system may be wet.
You can correct these temporary
malfunctions by filling the fuel tank with
good quality fuel, properly closing the fuel
fill inlet or letting the electrical system dry
out. After three driving cycles without these
or any other temporary malfunctions
present, the service engine soon indicator
should stay off the next time you start the
engine. A driving cycle consists of a cold
engine startup followed by mixed
city/highway driving. No additional vehicle
service is required. If the service engine soon indicator remains
on, have your vehicle serviced at the first
available opportunity. Although some
malfunctions detected by the OBD-II may
not have symptoms that are apparent,
continued driving with the service engine
soon indicator on can result in increased
emissions, lower fuel economy, reduced
engine and transmission smoothness, and
lead to more costly repairs.
Readiness for
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M)
Testing
Some state/provincial and local
governments may have
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) programs
to inspect the emission control equipment
on your vehicle. Failure to pass this
inspection could prevent you from getting
a vehicle registration.
If the service engine soon
indicator is on or the bulb does
not work, you may need to have
the vehicle serviced. See On-Board
Diagnostics (OBD-II).
Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test if
the service engine soon indicator is on or
not working properly (bulb is burned out),
or if the OBD-II system has determined
that some of the emission control systems
have not been properly checked. In this
case, your vehicle is not ready for I/M
testing.
If the vehicle ’s engine or transmission has
just been serviced, or the battery has
recently run down or been replaced, the
OBD-II system may indicate that the
vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. To
determine if the vehicle is ready for I/M
testing, turn the ignition key to the on
position for 15 seconds without cranking
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
WARNINGS
Always set the parking brake fully
and make sure the gearshift is
latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition
to the off position and remove the key
whenever you leave your vehicle. Do not use the tow/haul feature
when driving in icy or slippery
conditions as the increased engine
braking can cause the rear wheels to slide
and the vehicle to swing around with the
possible loss of vehicle control. Understanding the Shift Positions
of the 5–
Speed Automatic
Transmission (If Equipped) Putting your vehicle in or out of gear:
1. Fully press down the brake pedal.
2. Move the gearshift lever into the
desired gear.
3. Come to a complete stop.
4. Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P (Park)
P (Park)
This position locks the transmission and
prevents the rear wheels from turning. R (Reverse)
With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the
vehicle will move backward. Always come
to a complete stop before shifting into and
out of R (Reverse).
N (Neutral)
With the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the
vehicle can be started and is free to roll.
Hold the brake pedal down while in this
position.
D (Overdrive) with tow/haul off
D (Overdrive) with tow/haul off is the
normal driving position for the best fuel
economy. The overdrive function allows
automatic upshifts and downshifts through
gears one through five.
D (Overdrive) with tow/haul on
The tow/haul feature improves
transmission operation when towing a
trailer or a heavy load. All transmission
gear ranges are available when using
tow/haul.
To activate tow/haul, press the
button on the end of the
gearshift lever. The TOW HAUL
indicator light will illuminate in the
instrument cluster.
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