1997 FORD F250 AUX

18 [IS05400(F )04/96]NOTE: If your light truck is equipped with
dual fuel tanks, the ªCHECK ENGINEº
light may come on if fuel is restricted
to the engine or if the fuel flow is
momentarily disrupted because of an
empty fuel tank before you switched to
the auxiliary fuel tank. This condition
is normal and the light should go off
after full fuel flow is restored.
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[IS05900(FM)01/96]
Charging System Light
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[IS06000(FM)04/96]
This light indicates that your battery is not being
charged and that you need to have the electrical
system checked.
[IS06100(FM)04/96]
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Charging system light
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[IS06200(FM)03/96]
This light illuminates every time you turn the
ignition to the ON or START position (engine
off). The light should go off when the engine
starts and the alternator begins to charge.
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[IS06300(FM)03/96]
If the light stays on or illuminates when the
engine is running, have the electrical system
checked as soon as possible.
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[IS07100(FM)05/96]
Battery Voltage Gauge (Voltmeter)
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[IS07200(FM)04/96]
This gauge shows you the battery voltage when
the ignition key is in the ON position.
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[IS07300(FM)01/96]
If you are running electrical accessories (when
the engine is off, or idling at a low speed), the
pointer may move toward the lower end of the
normal band. If it stays outside the normal band
area, have your vehicle's electrical system
checked as soon as it is safely possible.
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62 [CF03900(F )04/96]q
Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air
intake area of your Air Conditioner (if
equipped) and Heater System which could
block the air intake. The intake area is located
at the bottom of the windshield.
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Dual Fuel Tank Selector Switch
(If equipped)
[CF13700(F )04/96]
To choose which fuel tank that you want your
engine to draw fuel from (front or rear) you
must use this switch. Your fuel gauge will
display the amount of fuel available in the
currently selected tank.
[CF13800(F )04/96]
The fuse that protects the fuel tank selector
circuit is labeled AUX FUEL TANK SELECTOR
on your fuse panel cover.
[CF13900(F )04/96]
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Fuel tank selector switch
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[CF14000(F )03/96]
The Interior and Exterior Lights
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[CF14100(FM)03/96]
Turning On the Exterior Lights
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[CF14200(FM)01/96]
To turn on your headlamps, parking lamps,
marker lamps, license plate lamps and tail
lamps, use the headlamp switch to the left of the
steering column.
[CF14300(FM)04/96]
1. Pull the headlamp control knob toward you
to the first position. Parking lamps, tail
lamps, license plate lamps and marker lamps
are now on.
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[GF20750(F )01/96]
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Cargo tie-down bars - Flareside pickup box
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[GF20770(F )05/96]
Trailer Towing
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[GF20772(FM)03/96]
All vehicles may tow a Class I trailer provided
the Gross Combined Weight (GCW) is less than
or equal to the GVWR shown on the Safety
Compliance Certification Label. For heavier
trailer applications, refer to the towing
information found later in this chapter.
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[GF20775(FM)01/96]
Towing a trailer puts additional loads on your
vehicle's engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires
and suspension. For your safety and for the
good of your vehicle, use the right equipment
for the type of trailer you tow.
[GF20780(F )01/96]
If your trailer is equipped with electric brakes,
auxiliary battery, or back-up lamps, the optional
7 wire trailer towing electrical hook-up will be
required on the vehicle.
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