1997 FORD F250 lock

68 [CF24180(F )04/96]
RWARNING
LOCK position does not lock the gearshift
on floor-mounted gearshifts. If the
parking brake is not set and the gearshift
is moved out of Park (automatic
transmission) or out of gear (manual
transmission), your vehicle may move
unexpectedly.
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[CF24200(F )05/96]
With the transfer case in N (Neutral), the vehicle
is free to move with either the automatic
transmission in P (Park) or with the manual
transmission in any driving gear.
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[CF24210(F )05/96]
RWARNING
Do not leave the vehicle unattended with
the transfer case in the N (Neutral)
position. Always set the parking brake
fully and turn off the ignition when
leaving the vehicle.
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[CF24220(FM)01/96]
LOCK is the only position that allows you to
remove the key. The LOCK feature helps to
protect your vehicle from theft.
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[CF24230(FM)01/96]
If the key is stuck in the LOCK position, move
the steering wheel left or right until the key
turns freely.
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[CF24240(FM)04/96]
ACCESSORY allows some of your vehicle's
electrical accessories such as the radio and the
windshield wipers to operate while the engine is
not running.
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[CF24250(F )03/96]
In order to turn the key from the ON or OFF
position to the ACCESSORY position, you must
push the key release button if your vehicle's
manual transmission gearshift is mounted on the
floor.
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[CF24260(F )03/96]
Ignition Key Buzzer or Chime
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[CF24270(F )05/96]
The buzzer or chime will sound if you open the
driver's door while the key is in the ignition and
in the OFF, LOCK, or ACCESSORY position.
Never leave your vehicle unattended with the
key in the ignition.
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[CF24280(FM)03/96]
Removing the Key From the Ignition
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[CF24290(F )03/96]
Procedures for removing your key from the
ignition will vary, depending on the type of
gearshift your vehicle has. Gearshift levers may
be mounted on the steering column or on the
floor or console.
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[CF24300(F )03/96]
If you have a manual transmission, you have a
key release lever which allows you to remove
your key from the ignition. The key release lever
is on the upper right of the steering column, just
above the key lock cylinder. The lever says
PUSH.
[CF24310(F )04/96]
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Key release lever
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[CF24330(F )03/96]
If your vehicle's gearshift lever is mounted
on the column:
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[CF24350(FM)03/96]
1. Put the gearshift in P (Park).
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[CF24360(FM)03/96]
2. Set the parking brake fully before removing
your foot from the service brake. (This will
avoid ªbindingº or ªloadingº the park gear
if you park on a grade.)
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[CF24370(FM)03/96]
3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK.
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[CF24380(FM)03/96]
4. Remove the key.
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[CF24390(F )03/96]
If your vehicle's gearshift lever is mounted
on the floor:
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[CF24400(F )03/96]
1. Put the gearshift in 1 (First).
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[CF24410(F )03/96]
2. Turn the ignition key to OFF.
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[CF24420(F )03/96]
3. Set the parking brake fully before removing
your foot from the service brake.
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[CF24430(F )03/96]
4. Push and hold in the key release button.
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[CF24440(F )03/96]
5. Turn the key to LOCK.
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[CF24450(F )03/96]
6. Remove the key.
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[CF24460(F )03/96]
RWARNING
Always set the parking brake fully and
make sure that the gearshift is latched in
P (Park) (automatic transmission) or 1
(First) (manual transmission).
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[CF24480(F )05/96]
With the transfer case in N (Neutral), the vehicle
is free to move with either the automatic
transmission in P (Park) or with the manual
transmission in any driving gear.
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[CF24490(F )05/96]
RWARNING
Do not leave the vehicle unattended with
the transfer case in the N (Neutral)
position. Always set the parking brake
fully and turn off the ignition when
leaving the vehicle.
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[CF24500(FM)03/96]
RWARNING
Do not leave children, unreliable adults,
or pets unattended in your vehicle.
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[CF31400(F )03/96]
Tilt Steering (If equipped)
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[CF31600(FM)02/96]
RWARNING
Never adjust the steering wheel when the
vehicle is moving.
[CF31700(F )04/96]
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Turn signal and tilt release wheel lever
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[CF31900(FM)01/96]
To change the position of the steering
column/wheel, pull the release lever on the
column toward you. Tip the steering wheel to
the desired position. Release the lever to lock the
steering wheel in place.
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[CF32000(FM)01/96]
Be sure the steering wheel locks in a notch. It is
not infinitely adjustable. Do not adjust the
steering wheel while the vehicle is in motion.
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[CF32100(F )03/96]
Speed Control (If equipped)
[CF32600(F )04/96]
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The speed control switches
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[CF32682(FM)05/96]
To Disengage Speed Control
[CF32687(FM)05/96]
q
Depress the brake pedal.OR
[CF32692(FM)05/96]
q
Depress the clutch pedal (if equipped).
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[CF32697(FM)05/96]
Disengaging the speed control will not erase the
previously programmed set speed.
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[CF32702(FM)05/96]
To Return to a Set Speed
[CF32707(FM)05/96]
q
PressRESUME.
[CF32712(FM)05/96]
ForRESUMEto operate, the vehicle speed must
be faster than 30 mph (48 km/h).
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[CF38400(F )03/96]
Mirrors
[CF38500(F )04/96]
With the door closed and the seat adjusted for
comfort and proper vehicle control, move the
mirrors for best view by tilting up or down, left
or right. Do not adjust the mirrors while the
vehicle is in motion.
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[CF38700(F )01/96]
RWARNING
Make sure you can see clearly through the
rearview mirror at all times. Do not block
your vision. If you cannot see through the
mirror, it could result in a collision,
injuring yourself and others.
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[CF38710(F )05/96]
Outside Mirrors (Manual Control)
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[CF38720(F )05/96]
Adjust outside mirrors with the door closed and
the seat adjusted for comfort and proper vehicle
control. Move the mirrors for best view by
tilting up or down, left or right.
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[CF38730(F )05/96]
On vehicles equipped with fold-away mirrors,
the mirrors should be folded rearward into the
body position before entering automatic car
wash systems.
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[CF40800(F )02/96]
Doors
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[CF40900(F )04/96]
Anti-theft front door lock knobs
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[CF41000(F )01/96]
Anti-theft lock knobs are designed to preclude
unlocking the door by pulling up on the bullet
type lock knob. To unlock and open the front
door from the inside of the vehicle, pull on the
inside door handle.
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[CF41800(F )01/96]
Tailgate
[CF42200(F )04/96]
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Tailgate operation
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[CF42300(F )01/96]
When open, the tailgate load should not exceed
500 lbs (227 kgs). If you want to load heavy
items onto your vehicle, Ford recommends that
you load them one at a time, directly on the bed
floor to avoid damage to the tailgate or its
supports.
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[CF43100(F )01/96]
To release the tailgate:
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[CF43150(F )01/96]
Open the tailgate as directed above, but support
it to allow for slack in the cables at both sides.
Use a coin or similar object to pry the spring
clip (on each upper cable connector) past the
head of the support screw. Doing so will allow
you to center the wider opening in the connector
over the screw head and disconnect it.
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[CF43200(F )01/96]
If you disconnect the upper end of each cable,
you can lower the tailgate completely.
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[CF43250(F )01/96]
NOTE: Step bumpers or hitches may damage
the tailgate if it is lowered completely.
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[CF43800(F )01/96]
Power Door Locks (If equipped)
[CF43850(F )05/96]
The power door lock controls are located in the
front doors. To lock all doors push the control
marked L. To unlock all doors push the control
marked U.
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[CF43900(F )01/96]
The manual door locks will override the power
door lock controls.
[CF43950(F )04/96]
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Power door lock controls
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[CF44000(F )04/96]
Windows
[CF44025(F )03/96]
Operating Windows Manually
[CF44400(F )04/96]
Cab rear sliding window (If equipped)
[CF44450(F )04/96]
To open the sliding cab window, release the
latch by pulling the left portion of the snap lock
away from the window, then move the window
to the desired position. To close, slide the
windows to the center and snap the latch closed.
[CF44500(F )04/96]
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Sliding cab window
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[CF65000(F )05/96]
Remote Entry System
(If equipped)
[CF65100(F )04/96]
If your vehicle has the remote entry system, you
can lock or unlock the vehicle doors without
using a key. The remote also has a personal
alarm feature. The buttons for the system are
located on the two hand held transmitters that
came with your vehicle.
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[CF65200(F )01/96]
The system will work with up to four
transmitters. Your vehicle came with two
transmitters. Additional transmitters can be
ordered from your dealer.
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[CF65300(F )01/96]
The remote entry features only operate with the
ignition in the OFF position.
[CF65400(F )05/96]
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The remote entry transmitter
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[CF65500(F )01/96]
Unlocking the doors with the remote entry
system
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[CF65600(F )04/96]
To unlock the driver's door, press the UNLOCK
control.
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[CF65700(F )01/96]
To unlock the other doors, press the UNLOCK
button a second time within five (5) seconds of
unlocking the driver's door.
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