heating FORD F250 2016 User Guide

Type B
For vehicles equipped with 5-speed
transmissions, check the fluid at the
normal operating temperature of 151°F
(66°C) to 170°F (77°C) on a level surface.
For vehicles equipped with 6-speed
transmissions, check the fluid at the
normal operating temperature of
196°F
(91°C) to 215°F (102°C) on a level surface.
The normal operating temperature can be
reached after approximately
19 mi
(30 km).
High Fluid Level
Type A Type B
Fluid levels above the safe range may
result in transmission failure. An overfill
condition of transmission fluid may cause
shift and engagement concerns, and
possible damage.
High fluid levels can be caused by an
overheating condition.
Adjusting Automatic Transmission
Fluid Levels
Note:
Use of a non-approved automatic
transmission fluid may cause internal
transmission component damage.
Before adding any fluid, make sure the
correct type is used. The type of fluid used
is normally indicated on:
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Ford Motor Company has recommended
maintenance intervals for various parts
and component systems based upon
engineering testing. Ford Motor Company
relies upon this testing to determine the
most appropriate mileage for replacement
of oils and fluids to protect your vehicle at
the lowest overall cost to you and
recommends against maintenance
schedules that deviate from the scheduled
maintenance information.
We strongly recommend the use of only
genuine Ford, Motorcraft or
Ford-authorized re-manufactured
replacement parts engineered for your
vehicle.
Additives and Chemicals
This owner's manual and the Ford
Workshop Manual list the recommended
additives and chemicals for your vehicle.
We do not recommend using chemicals or
additives not approved by us as part of
your vehicle
’s normal maintenance. Please
consult your warranty information. Oils, Fluids and Flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is a
normal operating characteristic and, by
itself, does not necessarily indicate a
concern or that the fluid needs to be
changed. However, a qualified expert, such
as the factory-trained technicians at your
dealership, should inspect discolored fluids
that also show signs of overheating or
foreign material contamination
immediately.
Make sure to change your vehicle
’s oils and
fluids at the specified intervals or in
conjunction with a repair. Flushing is a
viable way to change fluid for many vehicle
sub-systems during scheduled
maintenance. It is critical that systems are
flushed only with new fluid that is the same
as that required to fill and operate the
system or using a Ford-approved flushing
chemical.
Owner Checks and Services
Make sure you perform the following basic
maintenance checks and inspections every
month or at six-month intervals. Check every month
Air filter restriction gauge.
Fuel and water separator. Drain if necessary (or if indicated by the information display). Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure.
Holes and slots in the tail pipe to make sure they are functional and clear of debris.
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Fuel Consumption........................................147
Calculating Fuel Economy.............................. 148
Filling the Tank..................................................... 147
Fuel Filter........................................................244
Fuel Quality.....................................................145 Choosing the Right Fuel................................... 145
Choosing the Right Fuel With a Flex Fuel Vehicle (If Equipped)................................... 145
Diesel Engine........................................................ 145
Octane Recommendations............................ 145
Fuel Shutoff
....................................................213
Fuses.................................................................223
Fuse Specification Chart...........................223 Passenger Compartment Fuse
Panel
.................................................................. 228
Power Distribution Box.................................... 223
G
Garage Door Opener See: Universal Garage Door Opener............129
Gauges...............................................................82 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge............83
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge............................... 83
Fuel Gauge.............................................................. 83
Information Display............................................. 84
Transmission Fluid Temperature Gauge.................................................................. 83
General Information on Radio Frequencies...................................................47
General Maintenance Information
.......453
Multi-point Inspection..................................... 455
Owner Checks and Services.......................... 454
Protecting Your Investment........................... 453
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?......................... 453
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?..................................................... 453
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada.........................................................220
Getting the Services You Need................217 Away From Home............................................... 217
Global Opening
................................................77
Opening the Windows........................................ 77
H
Handbrake See: Parking Brake.............................................. 170Hazard Warning Flashers
...........................213
HDC See: Using Hill Descent Control..................... 177
Head Restraints..............................................117 Adjusting the Head Restraint.......................... 118
Heated Seats
..................................................124
Rear Heated Seats ............................................ 124
Heated Steering Wheel
...............................68
Heated Windows and Mirrors...................115 Heated Exterior Mirror........................................ 115
Heated Rear Window......................................... 115
Heating See: Climate Control.......................................... 110
Hill Start Assist..............................................170 Switching the System On and Off.................171
Using Hill Start Assist........................................ 170
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate...........................................................112
Cooling the Interior Quickly.............................. 114
General Hints......................................................... 112
Heating the Interior Quickly............................. 113
Recommended Settings for Cooling ...........114
Recommended Settings for Heating...........114
Side Window Defogging in Cold Weather.............................................................. 115
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes
............................................................169
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood...........232
I
Ignition Switch...............................................140
In California (U.S. Only)
.............................218
Information Display Control.......................67 Type 1........................................................................\
. 67
Type 2....................................................................... 68
Information Displays
....................................89
General Information........................................... 89
Information.....................................................418 911 Assist............................................................... 425
Alerts...................................................................... 424
Calendar................................................................ 424
Sirius Travel Link................................................. 423
SYNC Services (If Equipped, United States Only)................................................................... 419
Vehicle Health Report (If Equipped, US Only).................................................................. 427
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