lights FORD F350 2004 Owner's Manual

•Turn the key to 4 (ON) without
turning the key to 5 (START).
Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If a
light fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced.
•If the driver’s safety belt is fastened, the
light may not illuminate.
Starting the engine
1. Turn the key to 4 (ON) without
turning the key to 5 (START).
2. Turn the key to 5 (START), then
release the key as soon as the
engine starts. Excessive cranking
could damage the starter.
Note:If the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try,
turn the key to 3 (OFF), wait 10 seconds and try again. If the engine still
fails to start, press the accelerator to the floor and try again; this will
allow the engine to crank with the fuel shut off in case the engine is
flooded with fuel.
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4WD system indicator lights
The 4WD system indicator lights illuminate only under the following
conditions. If these lights illuminate when driving in 2WD, contact your
Ford dealer as soon as possible.
•4x4- momentarily illuminates
after the engine is started.
Illuminates when 4H (4x4 High)
or 4L (4x4 Low) is engaged.
•LOW RANGE–momentarily
illuminates when the ignition is
turned to the ON position.
Illuminates when 4L (4x4 Low) is
engaged.
Using a manual 4WD system (if equipped)
Note:Some noise may be heard as the 4WD system shifts or engages.
This is normal.
2H (2WD High)–For general on-road driving. Sends power to the rear
wheels only.
4H (4WD High)–For winter and off-road conditions. Sends power to
front and rear wheels.
N (Neutral)–Only used when towing the vehicle.
4L (4WD Low)–For low-speed off-road applications that require extra
power such as steep grades, deep sand or pulling a boat out of the water.
Sends power to front and rear wheels.
4x4
LOW
RANGE
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Do not connect a trailer’s hydraulic brake system directly to your
vehicle’s brake system. Your vehicle may not have enough
braking power and your chances of having a collision greatly increase.
The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the
GVWR not GCWR.
Trailer lamps
Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure all running
lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working. See your
dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for
hooking up trailer lamps.
Using a step bumper (if equipped)
The rear bumper is equipped with an integral hitch and only requires a
ball with a one inch (25.4 mm) shank diameter. The bumper has a 5,000
lbs. (2,270 kg) trailer weight and 500 lbs. (227 kg) tongue weight
capacity.
If it is necessary to relocate the trailer hitch ball position, a
frame-mounted trailer hitch must be installed.
Driving while you tow
When towing a trailer:
•Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut off
automatically when you are towing on long, steep grades.
•Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer.
•If your vehicle is equipped with a 4–speed automatic
transmission:To eliminate excessive transmission shifting, use a
lower gear. This will also assist in transmission cooling. (For additional
information, refer to theUnderstanding the positions of the 4–speed
automatic transmissionsection in this chapter.
•If your vehicle is equipped with a 5–speed automatic
transmission:To eliminate excessive transmission shifting, activate
the Tow/Haul feature. This will also assist in transmission cooling. (For
additional information, refer to theUnderstanding the positions of
the 5–speed automatic transmissionsection in this chapter.
•Anticipate stops and brake gradually.
•Do not exceed the GCWR rating or transmission damage may occur.
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On board diagnostics (OBD-II)
Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine’s
emission control system. This system is commonly known as the On
Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II). This OBD-II system protects the
environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet
government emission standards. The OBD-II system also assists the
service technician in properly servicing your vehicle. When theCheck
engine/Service engine soonlight illuminates, the OBD-II system has
detected a malfunction. Temporary malfunctions may cause yourCheck
engine/Service engine soonlight to illuminate. Examples are:
1. The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine may misfire or run poorly.)
2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel.
3. The fuel cap may not have been securely tightened.
These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank
with good quality fuel and/or properly tightening the fuel cap. After three
driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions
present, theCheck engine/Service engine soonlight should turn off. (A
driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed
city/highway driving.) No additional vehicle service is required.
If theCheck engine/Service engine soonlight remains on, have your
vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity.
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass an I/M test of
the on-board diagnostics system. If yourCheck engine/Service engine
soonlight is on, refer to the description in theWarning lights and
chimessection of theInstrument Clusterchapter. Your vehicle may not
pass the I/M test with theCheck engine/Service engine soonlight on.
If the vehicle’s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced, the
on-board diagnostics system is reset to a“not ready for I/M test”condition.
To ready the on-board diagnostics system for I/M testing, a minimum of 30
minutes of city and highway driving is necessary as described below:
•First, at least 10 minutes of driving on an expressway or highway.
•Next, at least 20 minutes driving in stop-and-go, city-type traffic with
at least four idle periods.
Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the
engine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. The
engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started,
do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete.
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GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE
A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your
vehicle through your local authorized Ford or Ford of Canada dealer.
These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your
automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style
and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle. In addition, each accessory
is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford’s rigorous
engineering and safety specifications. Ford Motor Company will repair or
replace any properly dealer-installed Genuine Ford Accessory found to
be defective in factory-supplied materials or workmanship during the
warranty period, as well as any component damaged by the defective
accessory. The accessory will be warranted for whichever provides you
the greatest benefit:
•12 months or 12,000 miles (20,000 km) (whichever occurs first), or
•the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty.
This means that Genuine Ford Accessories purchased along with your
new vehicle and installed by the dealer are covered for the full length of
your New Vehicle’s Limited Warranty—3 years or 36,000 miles (60,000
km) (whichever occurs first). Contact your dealer for details and a copy
of the warranty.
Not all accessories are available for all models.
The following is a list of several Genuine Ford Accessory products for
your vehicle. Not all accessories are available for all models. For a
complete listing of the accessories that are available for your vehicle,
please contact your dealer or visit our online store at:
www.fordaccessoriesstore.com.
Exterior style
Bug shields
Deflectors
Exterior trim
Fender flares
Front end covers
Grille inserts
Headlamps, taillamps, fog lights and Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs)
Running boards
Sliding rear windows - manual and power
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filter, specifications ........241, 283
recommendations ...................241
refill capacities ........................284
specifications ..................287, 291
Exhaust fumes ..........................129
F
Fail safe cooling ........................248
Fluid capacities .........................284
Foglamps .....................................42
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......144
description ..............................149
driving off road .......................151
electronic shift ................145, 149
indicator light .........................146
lever operated shift ................146
manual locking hubs ..............144
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................132
Fuel ............................................250
calculating fuel economy .......254
cap ...........................................252
capacity ...................................284
choosing the right fuel ...........252
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................257
detergent in fuel .....................254
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................250, 252, 254
filter, specifications ........254, 283
fuel pump shut-off switch .....193
improving fuel economy ........254
octane rating ...................253, 291
quality ......................................253
running out of fuel .................254
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................250
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......193
Fuses ..................................194–195G
Garage door opener ....................55
Garage Door Opener
(see Homelink wireless control
system) ........................................64
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............252
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................254
Gauges .........................................16
transmission fluid
temperature gauge ...................20
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
Rating)
calculating ...............................164
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating)
calculating ...............................164
H
Hazard flashers .........................193
Head restraints ...........................85
Headlamps ...................................41
aiming ........................................43
autolamp system .......................41
daytime running lights .............42
flash to pass ..............................43
high beam .................................43
replacing bulbs ...................46–47
turning on and off ....................41
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................38–39
Homelink wireless control
system ..........................................64
Hood ..........................................237
I
Ignition ...............................125, 291
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Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................117
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................259
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................232
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................43
J
Jump-starting your vehicle ......212
K
Keyless entry system .................82
autolock .....................................81
Keys
positions of the ignition .........125
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................41
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................45
daytime running light ...............42
fog lamps ...................................42
headlamps .................................41
headlamps, flash to pass ..........43
instrument panel, dimming .....43
interior lamps .....................44–45
replacing bulbs ...................45–51
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................44
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........130
speed control ............................63
Load limits .................................161Loading instructions .................164
Locks
autolock .....................................81
childproof ..................................76
Lubricant specifications ...287, 291
Lug nuts ....................................211
Lumbar support, seats ...............90
M
Manual transmission .................140
fluid capacities ........................284
lubricant specifications ..........291
reverse .....................................141
Message center ...........................70
english/metric button ...............70
menu button .............................70
Mirrors .........................................54
fold away ...................................60
heated ........................................59
side view mirrors (power) .......59
Moon roof ....................................55
Motorcraft parts ................254, 283
O
Octane rating ............................253
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................239
Overdrive .....................................53
P
Parking brake ............................131
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....283
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) .................................61
Power adjustable foot pedals .....61
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label .........................................274
replacing ..................................281
rotating ....................................277
safety practices .......................281
sidewall information ...............270
snow tires and chains ............282
spare tire .................................200
terminology .............................269
tire grades ...............................269
treadwear ........................268, 280
Towing .......................................164
trailer towing ..........................164
wrecker ....................................217
Traction-lok rear axle ...............132
Transfer case
fluid checking .........................266
Transmission
automatic operation .........53, 133
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....133
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................262
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................265
fluid, refill capacities ..............284
lubricant specifications ..287, 291manual operation ....................140
Turn signal ..................................44
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................291
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................298
Vehicle loading ..........................161
Ventilating your vehicle ...........129
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................239
Water, Driving through .............160
Windows
power .........................................57
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................52
checking and adding fluid .....239
replacing wiper blades .............52
Wrecker towing .........................217
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