manual transmission FORD F250 SUPER DUTY 2014 Owners Manual

Lighting
Lighting Control..............................................65
Autolamps........................................................65
Instrument Lighting Dimmer.....................66
Daytime Running Lamps............................66
Front Fog Lamps............................................67
Direction Indicators........................................67
Interior Lamps.................................................67
Windows and Mirrors
Power Windows.............................................69
Global Opening...............................................70
Exterior Mirrors................................................70
Interior Mirror....................................................72
Sun Visors..........................................................73
Moonroof...........................................................73
Instrument Cluster
Gauges................................................................75
Warning Lamps and Indicators..................77
Audible Warnings and Indicators............80
Information Displays
General Information.......................................81
Information Messages..................................92
Climate Control
Manual Climate Control............................103
Automatic Climate Control......................104
Hints on Controlling the InteriorClimate.........................................................105
Heated Windows and Mirrors..................106
Remote Start.................................................106
Seats
Sitting in the Correct Position.................108
Head Restraints............................................108
Manual Seats..................................................110
Power Seats......................................................111
Memory Function............................................111
Rear Seats........................................................112
Heated Seats...................................................115
Ventilated Seats............................................116
Front Seat Armrest........................................117
Rear Seat Armrest.........................................118
Universal Garage DoorOpener
Universal Garage Door Opener................119
Auxiliary Power Points
Auxiliary Power Points.................................127
Storage Compartments
Center Console..............................................129
Overhead Console........................................129
Starting and Stopping theEngine
General Information....................................130
Ignition Switch...............................................130
Starting a Gasoline Engine.........................131
Engine Block Heater.....................................132
Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions.......................................134
Fuel Quality.....................................................135
Running Out of Fuel....................................136
Refueling..........................................................136
Fuel Consumption........................................138
Emission Control System..........................139
Transmission
Automatic Transmission............................142
Power Take-Off.............................................148
Four-Wheel Drive
Using Four-Wheel Drive.............................149
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Sounding a Panic Alarm
Note:The panic alarm will only operatewhen the ignition is off.
Press the button to activate thealarm. Press the button again orturn the ignition on to deactivateit.
Remote Start (If Equipped)
WARNING
To avoid exhaust fumes, do not useremote start if your vehicle is parkedindoors or areas that are not wellventilated.
Note:Do not use remote start if your vehicleis low on fuel.
The remote start button is on thetransmitter.
This feature allows you to start yourvehicle from outside the vehicle. Thetransmitter has an extended operatingrange.
Vehicles with automatic climate controlcan be set to operate when you remotestart the vehicle. See Climate Control(page 103). A manual climate controlsystem will run at the setting it was set towhen you switch the vehicle off.
Many states and provinces haverestrictions for the use of remote start.Check your local and state or provinciallaws for specific requirements regardingremote start systems.
The remote start system will not work if:
•the ignition is on
•the alarm system is triggered
•you disable the feature
•the hood is open
•the transmission is not in P
•the vehicle battery voltage is too low
•the service engine soon indicator is on.
Remote Starting the Vehicle
Note:You must press each button withinthree seconds of each other. Your vehiclewill not remote start and the horn will notsound if you do not follow this sequence.
The label on your transmitter details thestarting procedure.
To remote start your vehicle:
1. Press the lock button to lock all thedoors.
2. Press the remote start button twice.The exterior lamps will flash twice.
The horn will sound if the system fails tostart.
Note:If you remote start your vehicle withan integrated keyhead transmitter, you mustswitch the ignition on before driving yourvehicle. If you remote start your vehicle withan intelligent access transmitter, you mustpress the START/STOP button on theinstrument panel once while applying thebrake pedal before driving your vehicle.
The power windows will not work duringthe remote start and the radio will not turnon automatically.
The parking lamps will remain on and thevehicle will run for 5, 10, or 15 minutes,depending on the setting.
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The system switches the headlamps onwith a reduced output in daylightconditions.
To switch the system on:
1. Switch the ignition on.
2. Switch the lighting control to the off,or parking lamp position.
3. Disengage the parking brake.
4. Make sure the transmission selectorlever is not in position P.
FRONT FOG LAMPS (IF EQUIPPED)
The headlamp control also operates thefog lamps. The fog lamps can be turnedon only when the headlamp control is inthe parking lamp (second) position,headlamps on (third) position, or autolamp(fourth) position, and the high beams arenot turned on.
Pull headlamp control towards you to turnfog lamps on. The fog lamp indicator lightwill illuminate.
DIRECTION INDICATORS
The turn signal lever does not mechanicallylock in the upward or downward positionwhen activated. The turn signal controlactivation and cancellation is electronic.
•To operate the left turn signal, push thelever down until it stops and release.
•To operate the right turn signal, pushthe lever up until it stops and release.
•To manually cancel turn signaloperation, push the lever again in eitherdirection.
Lane Change
To indicate a left or right lane change:
•Push the lever up/down to the firststop position and release. The turnsignals will flash three times and stop.
•Push the lever up/down to the firststop position and hold. The turn signalswill flash for as long as the lever is heldin this position.
INTERIOR LAMPS
The lamps will switch on when one of thefollowing conditions have been met:
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LightingE163271
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M (Manual) without Overdrive
With the gearshift lever in M (Manual), thedriver can change gears up or down asdesired. This is called SelectShiftAutomatic™ transmission (SST) mode.By moving the gearshift lever from driveposition D (Overdrive) to M (Manual) younow have control of selecting the gear youdesire using buttons on the shift lever.
To return to normal D (Overdrive) position,move the shift lever back from M to D.
The transmission will operate in gears onethrough six.
2 (Second)
Use 2 (Second) to start-up on slipperyroads or to provide additional enginebraking on downgrades.
1 (First)
•Provides maximum engine braking
•Allows upshifts by moving gearshiftlever
•The transmission will not downshiftinto 1 (First) at high speeds; it willdownshift to a lower gear and thenshift into 1 (First) when the vehiclereaches slower speeds.
Forced downshifts
•Allowed in D (Overdrive) with thetow/haul feature on or off
•Press the accelerator to the floor
•Allows transmission to select anappropriate gear
Understanding your SelectShiftAutomatic® transmission (If Equipped)
Your vehicle is equipped with a SelectShiftAutomatic transmission gearshift lever.SelectShift Automatic transmission givesyou the ability to change gears up or down(without a clutch) as desired.
Use the buttons on the shifter to lock orunlock gears and manually select gears.Press the + button to upshift or the –button to downshift.
With the gearshift lever in D (Drive), pressthe – button to activate SelectShift. Theavailable and selected gears will beindicated on the instrument cluster.
All available gears will be displayed withthe current gear indicated. Press the –button again to lock out gears beginningwith the highest gear. Example: press the– button twice to lock out 6th and 5thgears. Only the available gears will bedisplayed and the transmission willautomatically shift between the availablegears. Press the + button to unlock gears.
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By moving the gearshift lever from the D(Drive) position to the M (Manual) positionyou may now manually select the gear youdesire. Only the current gear will bedisplayed. Press the + button or the –button to upshift or downshift. If the –button is pressed at a vehicle speed that
would cause an engine overspeed, therequested gear will flash then disappearand the transmission will remain in thecurrent gear.
Recommended shift speeds
Upshift according to the following chart:
Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel economy)
Diesel enginesGasoline enginesShift from:
12 mph (19 km/h)15 mph (24 km/h)1 – 2
19 mph (31 km/h)25 mph (40 km/h)2 – 3
26 mph (42 km/h)40 mph (64 km/h)3 – 4
34 mph (55 km/h)45 mph (72 km/h)4 – 5
46 mph (74 km/h)50 mph (80 km/h)5 – 6
In order to prevent the engine from runningat too low an RPM, which may cause it tostall, SelectShift will still automaticallymake some downshifts if it has determinedthat you have not downshifted in time.Although SelectShift will make somedownshifts for you, it will still allow you todownshift at any time as long as theSelectShift determines that the engine willnot be damaged from over-revving.
SelectShift will not automatically upshift,even if the engine is approaching the RPMlimit. It must be shifted manually bypressing the + button.
Note:Engine damage may occur ifexcessive engine revving is held withoutshifting.
Automatic Transmission AdaptiveLearning
This feature is designed to increasedurability and provide consistent shift feelover the life of the vehicle. A new vehicleor transmission may have firm shifts, softshifts or both. This operation is considerednormal and will not affect function ordurability of the transmission. Over time,the adaptive learning process will fullyupdate transmission operation.Additionally, whenever the battery isdisconnected or a new battery installed,the strategy must be relearned.
Brake-Shift Interlock
WARNINGS
Do not drive your vehicle until youverify that the brake lamps areworking.
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Transmission

On some Four-wheel drive vehicles, whenthe transfer case is in the N (Neutral)position, the engine and transmission aredisconnected from the rest of the driveline.Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even ifthe automatic transmission is in P (Park)or the manual transmission is in gear. Donot leave the vehicle unattended with thetransfer case in the N (Neutral) position.Always set the parking brake fully and turnoff the ignition when leaving the vehicle.
Maintenance and Modifications
The suspension and steering systems onyour vehicle have been designed andtested to provide predictable performancewhether loaded or empty. For this reason,we strongly recommend that you do notmake modifications such as adding orremoving parts (i.e. lift kits or stabilizerbars) or by using replacement parts notequivalent to the original factoryequipment.
We recommend that you use caution whenyour vehicle has either a high load or device(i.e. ladder or luggage racks). Anymodifications to your vehicle that raise thecenter of gravity may cause your vehicleto roll over when there is a loss of vehiclecontrol.
Failure to maintain your vehicle correctlymay void the warranty, increase your repaircost, reduce vehicle performance andoperational capabilities and adverselyaffect you and your passenger's safety. Werecommend you frequently inspect yourvehicle's chassis components when yourvehicle is subject to off road usage.
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Four-Wheel Drive (If Equipped)

TOWING A TRAILER
WARNINGS
Do not exceed the GVWR orthe GAWR specified on thecertification label.
Towing trailers beyond themaximum recommendedgross trailer weight exceeds thelimit of the vehicle and couldresult in engine damage,transmission damage, structuraldamage, loss of vehicle control,vehicle rollover and personalinjury.
Your vehicle may have electricalitems, such as fuses or relays,related to towing. See the Fuseschapter.
Your vehicle's load capacitydesignation is by weight, not byvolume, so you cannot necessarilyuse all available space whenloading a vehicle.
Towing a trailer places an extraload on your vehicle's engine,transmission, axle, brakes, tiresand suspension. Inspect thesecomponents periodically during,and after, any towing operation.
Load Placement
To help minimize how trailermovement affects your vehiclewhen driving:
•Load the heaviest items closestto the trailer floor.
•Load the heaviest itemscentered between the left andright side trailer tires.
•Load the heaviest items abovethe trailer axles or just slightlyforward toward the trailertongue. Do not allow the finaltrailer tongue weight to goabove or below 10-15% of theloaded trailer weight.
•Select a tow bar with thecorrect rise or drop. When boththe loaded vehicle and trailerare connected, the trailer frameshould be level, or slightlyangled down toward yourvehicle, when viewed from theside.
When driving with a trailer orpayload, a slight takeoff vibrationor shudder may be present due tothe increased payload weight.Additional information regardingproper trailer loading and settingyour vehicle up for towing islocated in another chapter of thismanual. See Load Limit (page176). You can also find theinformation in the RV & TrailerTowing Guide, available at anauthorized dealer.
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Towing

It is acceptable to have your two-wheeldrive vehicle towed with the front wheelson the ground (without dollies) and therear wheels off the ground.
We recommend towing a four-wheel drivevehicle with all wheels off the ground, suchas using a wheel lift and dollies or flatbedequipment. However, it is acceptable touse a wheel lift to raise the rear of yourvehicle so long as, depending on vehicleconfiguration, you perform the followingbefore towing:
•If your vehicle is equipped with amanual-shift transfer case, make surethe front wheel hub locks are in theFREE position before towing.
•If your vehicle is equipped with anelectronic shift-on-the-fly transfercase, make sure you turn thefour-wheel drive control to the 2Hposition before towing.
Note:Towing an electronic shift-on-the-flyfour-wheel drive vehicle with the frontwheels on the ground without disengagingthe front hubs may cause damage to theautomatic transmission.
Note:Towing a two-wheel drive vehicle oran electronic shift-on-the-fly four-wheeldrive vehicle with the rear wheels on theground for more than 50 miles (80 km) orfaster than 35 mph (56 km/h) may causedamage to the automatic transmission.
Note:Using wheel lift equipment to tow adual rear wheel vehicle requires removingan outer rear wheel before towing.
TOWING THE VEHICLE ON
FOUR WHEELS
Emergency Towing
If your vehicle becomes inoperable(without access to wheel dollies,car-hauling trailer, or flatbed transportvehicle), it can be flat-towed (all wheelson the ground, regardless of the powertrainand transmission configuration) under thefollowing conditions:
•Your vehicle is facing forward fortowing in a forward direction.
•Place the transmission in position N. Ifyou cannot move the transmission intoN, you may need to override it. SeeTransmission (page 142).
•Maximum speed is 35 mph (56 km/h).
•Maximum distance is 50 miles (80kilometers).
Recreational Towing
Note:Put your climate control system inrecirculated air mode to prevent exhaustfumes from entering your vehicle. SeeClimate Control (page 103).
Follow these guidelines if you have a needfor recreational towing, such as towingyour vehicle behind a motorhome. Wedesigned these guidelines to preventdamage to your transmission.
Two-wheel Drive Vehicles andFour-wheel Drive Vehicles Equippedwith an Electronic-shift Transfer Case
Do not tow your vehicle with any wheelson the ground, as vehicle or transmissiondamage may occur. It is recommended totow your vehicle with all four (4) wheelsoff the ground, such as when using acar-hauling trailer. Otherwise, you cannottow your vehicle.
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Four-wheel Drive Vehicles Equippedwith a Manual-shift Transfer Case
1. Put the transmission in position N.
2. Put the transfer case in position N.
3.Put the hub locks in the FREE position.Always make sure that both hub locksare set to the same position.
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Towing

Pairing a Phone for the First Time
Note:SYNC can support downloading upto approximately 1000 entries perBluetooth-enabled cellular phone.
Note:Make sure to switch on the ignitionand the radio. Put the transmission inposition P.
Note:To scroll through the menus, pressthe up and down arrows on your audiosystem.
Wirelessly pairing your phone with SYNCallows you to make and receive hands-freecalls.
1. Press the phone button. When thedisplay indicates there is no phonepaired, press OK.
2. When Find SYNC appears in thedisplay, press OK.
3. Put your phone into Bluetoothdiscovery mode. See your device'smanual if necessary.
4. When prompted on your phone'sdisplay, enter the six-digit PIN providedby SYNC in the radio display. Thedisplay indicates when the pairing issuccessful.
Depending on your phone's capability andyour market, the system may prompt youwith questions, such as setting the currentphone as the primary phone (the phoneSYNC automatically tries to connect withfirst upon vehicle start-up) anddownloading your phonebook.
Pairing Subsequent Phones
Note:Make sure to switch on the ignitionand the radio. Put the transmission inposition P.
Note:To scroll through the menus, pressthe up and down arrows on your audiosystem.
1.Press the phone button, and then scrollto System Settings. Press OK.
2. Scroll to Bluetooth Devices. Press OK.
3. Scroll to Add Bluetooth Device. PressOK.
4. When Find SYNC appears in thedisplay, press OK.
5. Put your phone into Bluetoothdiscovery mode. See your phone'smanual if necessary.
6. When prompted on your phone'sdisplay, enter the six-digit PIN providedby SYNC in the radio display. Thedisplay indicates when the pairing issuccessful.
The system then prompts with questions,such as if you would like to set the currentphone as the primary phone (the phoneSYNC automatically tries to connect withfirst upon vehicle start-up) and downloadyour phone book.
Phone Voice Commands
Press the voice icon and say "Phone". Sayany of the following:
"PHONE"
"Call "1,2
"Call at home"1,2
"Call at work"1,2
"Call in office"1,2
"Call on mobile OR cell"1,2
"Call on other"1,2
"Call history incoming"2
"Call history missed"2
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