heating FORD F250 SUPER DUTY 2016 User Guide

Type B
For vehicles equipped with 5-speedtransmissions, check the fluid at thenormal operating temperature of 151°F(66°C) to 170°F (77°C) on a level surface.For vehicles equipped with 6-speedtransmissions, check the fluid at thenormal operating temperature of 196°F(91°C) to 215°F (102°C) on a level surface.The normal operating temperature can bereached after approximately 19 mi(30 km).
High Fluid Level
Type A
Type B
Fluid levels above the safe range mayresult in transmission failure. An overfillcondition of transmission fluid may causeshift and engagement concerns, andpossible damage.
High fluid levels can be caused by anoverheating condition.
Adjusting Automatic TransmissionFluid Levels
Note:Use of a non-approved automatictransmission fluid may cause internaltransmission component damage.
Before adding any fluid, make sure thecorrect type is used. The type of fluid usedis normally indicated on:
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MaintenanceE163741 E163742 E163743 E163744

Ford Motor Company has recommendedmaintenance intervals for various partsand component systems based uponengineering testing. Ford Motor Companyrelies upon this testing to determine themost appropriate mileage for replacementof oils and fluids to protect your vehicle atthe lowest overall cost to you andrecommends against maintenanceschedules that deviate from the scheduledmaintenance information.
We strongly recommend the use of onlygenuine Ford, Motorcraft orFord-authorized re-manufacturedreplacement parts engineered for yourvehicle.
Additives and Chemicals
This owner's manual and the FordWorkshop Manual list the recommendedadditives and chemicals for your vehicle.We do not recommend using chemicals oradditives not approved by us as part ofyour vehicle’s normal maintenance. Pleaseconsult your warranty information.
Oils, Fluids and Flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is anormal operating characteristic and, byitself, does not necessarily indicate aconcern or that the fluid needs to bechanged. However, a qualified expert, suchas the factory-trained technicians at yourdealership, should inspect discolored fluidsthat also show signs of overheating orforeign material contaminationimmediately.
Make sure to change your vehicle’s oils andfluids at the specified intervals or inconjunction with a repair. Flushing is aviable way to change fluid for many vehiclesub-systems during scheduledmaintenance. It is critical that systems areflushed only with new fluid that is the sameas that required to fill and operate thesystem or using a Ford-approved flushingchemical.
Owner Checks and Services
Make sure you perform the following basicmaintenance checks and inspections everymonth 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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Scheduled Maintenance

Fuel Consumption........................................147Calculating Fuel Economy..............................148Filling the Tank.....................................................147Fuel Filter........................................................244Fuel Quality.....................................................145Choosing the Right Fuel...................................145Choosing the Right Fuel With a Flex FuelVehicle (If Equipped)...................................145Diesel Engine........................................................145Octane Recommendations............................145Fuel Shutoff....................................................213Fuses.................................................................223Fuse Specification Chart...........................223Passenger Compartment FusePanel..................................................................228Power Distribution Box....................................223
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Garage Door OpenerSee: Universal Garage Door Opener............129Gauges...............................................................82Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge............83Engine Oil Pressure Gauge...............................83Fuel Gauge..............................................................83Information Display.............................................84Transmission Fluid TemperatureGauge..................................................................83General Information on RadioFrequencies...................................................47General Maintenance Information.......453Multi-point Inspection.....................................455Owner Checks and Services..........................454Protecting Your Investment...........................453Why Maintain Your Vehicle?.........................453Why Maintain Your Vehicle at YourDealership?.....................................................453Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada.........................................................220Getting the Services You Need................217Away From Home...............................................217Global Opening................................................77Opening the Windows........................................77
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HandbrakeSee: Parking Brake..............................................170
Hazard Warning Flashers...........................213HDCSee: Using Hill Descent Control.....................177Head Restraints..............................................117Adjusting the Head Restraint..........................118Heated Seats..................................................124Rear Heated Seats ............................................124Heated Steering Wheel...............................68Heated Windows and Mirrors...................115Heated Exterior Mirror........................................115Heated Rear Window.........................................115HeatingSee: Climate Control..........................................110Hill Start Assist..............................................170Switching the System On and Off.................171Using Hill Start Assist........................................170Hints on Controlling the InteriorClimate...........................................................112Cooling the Interior Quickly..............................114General Hints.........................................................112Heating the Interior Quickly.............................113Recommended Settings for Cooling ...........114Recommended Settings for Heating...........114Side Window Defogging in ColdWeather..............................................................115Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes............................................................169Hood LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood...........232
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Ignition Switch...............................................140In California (U.S. Only).............................218Information Display Control.......................67Type 1.........................................................................67Type 2.......................................................................68Information Displays....................................89General Information...........................................89Information.....................................................418911 Assist...............................................................425Alerts......................................................................424Calendar................................................................424Sirius Travel Link.................................................423SYNC Services (If Equipped, United StatesOnly)...................................................................419Vehicle Health Report (If Equipped, USOnly)..................................................................427
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