2003 FORD SUPER DUTY Owners Manual

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Instrument Cluster 10
Warning and control lights 10
Gauges 13
Entertainment Systems 17
AM/FM stereo 17
AM/FM stereo cassette 18
AM/FM stereo cassette with CD 21
AM/FM stereo with CD 25
CD changer 28
Climate Controls 32
Heater only32
Manual heating and air conditioning 33
Lights 35
Headlamps 35
Turn signal control 37
Bulb replacement 38
Driver Controls 44
Windshield wiper/washer control 44
Power windows 47
Mirrors 47
Speed control 48
Message center 51
Locks and Security 56
Keys 56
Locks 56
Anti-theft system 58
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Seating and Safety Restraints 63
Seating 63
Safetyrestraints 68
Air bags 79
Child restraints 87
Driving 98
Starting 98
Brakes 102
Transmission operation 106
Trailer towing 127
Roadside Emergencies 152
Getting roadside assistance 152
Hazard flasher switch 153
Fuel pump shut-off switch 153
Fuses and relays 154
Changing tires 159
Jump starting 168
Wrecker towing 173
Customer Assistance 175
Reporting safetydefects (U.S. only) 183
Cleaning 184
Maintenance and Specifications 191
Engine compartment 193
Engine oil 194
Battery197
Fuel information 205
Air filter(s) 221
Part numbers 228
Refill capacities 228
Lubricant specifications 232
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Accessories 245
Index 249
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CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning
WARNING:Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain
vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive
harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products
of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
CONGRATULATIONS
Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford. Please take the time to get
well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more
you know and understand about your vehicle the greater the safety and
pleasure you will derive from driving it.
For more information on Ford Motor Companyand its products visit the
following website:
•In the United States: www.ford.com
•In Canada: www.ford.ca
•In Australia: www.ford.com.au
•In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx
Additional owner information is given in separate publications.
This Owner’s Guide describes everyoption and model variant available
and therefore some of the items covered maynot applyto your
particular vehicle. Furthermore, due to printing cycles it may describe
options before theyare generallyavailable.
Remember to pass on the Owner’s Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is
an integral part of the vehicle.
Fuel pump shut-off switchIn the event of an accident the
safetyswitch will automaticallycut off the fuel supplyto the
engine. The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration
(e.g. collision when parking). To reset the switch, refer to theFuel
pump shut-off switchin theRoadside emergencieschapter.
SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
Warning symbols in this guide
How can you reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible
damage to others, your vehicle and its equipment? In this guide, answers
to such questions are contained in comments highlighted bythe warning
triangle symbol. These comments should be read and observed.
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Warning symbols on your vehicle
When you see this symbol, it is
imperative that you consult the
relevant section of this guide before
touching or attempting adjustment
of anykind.
Protecting the environment
We must all playour part in
protecting the environment. Correct
vehicle usage and the authorized
disposal of waste cleaning and
lubrication materials are significant
steps towards this aim. Information in this respect is highlighted in this
guide with the tree symbol.
BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE
There are no particular guidelines for breaking-in your vehicle. During
the first 1,600 km (1,000 miles) of driving, varyspeeds frequently. This is
recommended to give the moving parts a chance to break in.
SPECIAL NOTICES
Emission warranty
The New Vehicle Limited Warrantyincludes Bumper-to-Bumper Coverage,
SafetyRestraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and 7.3L Power Stroke
Diesel Engine Coverage. In addition, your vehicle is eligible for Emissions
Defect and Emissions Performance Warranties. For a detailed description
of what is covered and what is not covered, refer to theWarranty Guide
that is provided to you along with your Owner’s Guide.
Event Data Recorder
The computer in your vehicle is capable of recording detailed data
potentiallyincluding but not limited to information such as:
•the use of restraint systems including seat belts by the driver and
passengers,
•information about the performance of various systems and modules in
the vehicle, and
•information related to engine, throttle, steering, brake or other system
status potentiallyincluding information related to how the driver
operates the vehicle including but not limited to vehicle speed.
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This information maybe stored during regular operation or in a crash or
near crash event. This stored information maybe read out and used by:
•Ford Motor Company.
•service and repair facilities.
•law enforcement or government agencies.
•others who mayassert a right or obtain your consent to know such
information.
Special instructions
For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic
controls.
Please read the sectionAir bagin theSeating and safety
restraintschapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and
instructions could result in personal injury.
Front seat mounted rear facing child or infant seats should
NEVERbe used in front of a passenger side air bag unless the
air bag can be and is turned OFF.
Notice to owners of diesel-powered vehicles
Read the 7.3 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner’s
Guide Supplement for information regarding correct operation and
maintenance of your diesel-powered light truck.
Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles
Utilityvehicles have a significantlyhigher rollover rate than
other types of vehicles.
Before you drive your vehicle, please read this Owner’s Guide carefully.
Your vehicle is not a passenger car. As with other vehicles of this type,
failure to operate this vehicle correctlymayresult in loss of vehicle
control, vehicle rollover, personal injuryor death.
Be sure to readDriving off roadin theDrivingchapter.
Using your vehicle with a snowplow
For more information and guidelines for using your vehicle with a
snowplow, refer to theDrivingchapter.
Using your vehicle as an ambulance
If your light truck is equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation
Package, it maybe utilized as an ambulance. Ford urges ambulance
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manufacturers to follow the recommendations of theFord Incomplete
Vehicle Manual, Ford Truck Body Builder’s Layout Bookand theQVM
guidelinesas well as pertinent supplements. For additional information,
please contact the Truck BodyBuilders AdvisoryService
1–877–840–4338.
Use of your Ford light truck as an ambulance, without the Ford
Ambulance Preparation Package voids the Ford New Vehicle Limited
Warrantyand mayvoid the Emissions Warranties. In addition, ambulance
usage without the preparation package could cause high underbody
temperatures, overpressurized fuel and a risk of spraying fuel which
could lead to fires.
If your vehicle is equipped with the
Ford Ambulance Preparation
Package, it will be indicated on the
Certification label. The label is
located on the driver’s side door
pillar or on the rear edge of the
driver’s door. You can determine
whether the ambulance
manufacturer followed Ford’s
recommendations bydirectly
contacting that manufacturer. Ford
Ambulance Preparation Package is
onlyavailable on certain 7.3L Diesel
engine equipped vehicles.
Notice to owners with vehicles equipped with Power Take Off
(PTO) capability
Refer to theDrivingchapter for more information and guidelines for
operating vehicles equipped with PTO.
Middle East/North Africa vehicle specific information
For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped with
features and options that are different from the ones that are described
in this Owner Guide; therefore, a supplement has been supplied that
complements this book. Byreferring to the pages in the provided
supplement, you can properlyidentifythose features, recommendations
and specifications that are unique to your vehicle.Refer to this Owner
Guide for all other required information and warnings.
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These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
SafetyAlert
See Owner’s Guide
Fasten SafetyBeltAir Bag-Front
Air Bag-SideChild Seat
Child Seat Installation
WarningChild Seat Lower
Anchor
Child Seat Tether
AnchorBrake System
Anti-Lock Brake SystemBrake Fluid -
Non-Petroleum Based
Traction ControlAdvanceTrac
Master Lighting SwitchHazard Warning Flasher
Fog Lamps-FrontFuse Compartment
Fuel Pump ResetWindshield Wash/Wipe
Windshield
Defrost/DemistRear Window
Defrost/Demist
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