2009 FORD F350 clock

WARNING:When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive
pressure on the end walls could cause acid to flow through the
vent caps, resulting in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or
battery. Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on
opposite corners.
WARNING:Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries
contain sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect against
possible splashing of acid solution. In case of acid contact with skin or
eyes, flush immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and
get prompt medical attention. If acid is swallowed, call a physician
immediately.
WARNING:Battery posts, terminals and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds.Wash hands after handling.
Because your vehicle’s engine is also electronically controlled by a
computer, some control conditions are maintained by power from the
battery. When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed,
the engine must relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimum
driveability and performance. To begin this process:
1. With the vehicle at a complete stop, set the parking brake.
2. Put the gearshift in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or the neutral
position (manual transmission), turn off all accessories and start the
engine.
3. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature.
4. Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute.
5. Turn the A/C on and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute.
6. Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process.
•The vehicle may need to be driven 10 miles (16 km) or more to
relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy.
•If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim, the idle
quality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle
trim is eventually relearned.
If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,
the clock and the preset radio stations must be reset once the battery is
reconnected.
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WARNING:To reduce the risk of personal injury, make sure the
engine is cool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap.
The cooling system is under pressure; steam and hot liquid can come
out forcefully when the cap is loosened slightly.
Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the cooling system by
following these steps:
1. Before you begin, turn the engine off and let it cool.
2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolant
pressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir (a translucent plastic bottle).
Slowly turn cap counterclockwise (left) until pressure begins to release.
3. Step back while the pressure releases.
4. When you are sure that all the pressure has been released, use the
cloth to turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap.
5. Fill the coolant reservoir slowly with the proper coolant mixture, to
within the “COLD FILL RANGE” or the “FULL COLD” level on the
reservoir. If you removed the radiator cap in an overflow system, fill the
radiator until the coolant is visible and radiator is almost full.
6. Replace the cap. Turn until tightly installed. Cap must be tightly
installed to prevent coolant loss.
After any coolant has been added, check the coolant concentration (refer
toChecking engine coolant). If the concentration is not 50/50
(protection to –34°F/–36°C), drain some coolant and adjust the
concentration. It may take several drains and additions to obtain a 50/50
coolant concentration.
Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant level in the coolant
reservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle. If
necessary, add enough 50/50 concentration of engine coolant and
distilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level.
If you have to add more than 1.0 quart (1.0 liter) of engine coolant per
month, have your authorized dealer check the engine cooling system.
Your cooling system may have a leak. Operating an engine with a low
level of coolant can result in engine overheating and possible engine
damage.
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Fuel filler cap
When fueling your vehicle:
1. Turn the engine off.
2. Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise until it spins off.
3. Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe.
4. To install the cap, align the tabs on the cap with the notches on the
filler pipe.
5. Turn the filler cap clockwise until it clicks.
If the “Check Fuel Cap” indicator comes on and stays on after you start
the engine, the fuel filler cap may not be properly installed. Turn off the
engine, remove the fuel filler cap, align the cap properly and reinstall it.
If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it with a fuel filler
cap that is designed for your vehicle. The vehicle warranty may
be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the
correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used.
WARNING:The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel
filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait
until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap. Otherwise,
fuel may spray out and injure you or others.
WARNING:If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap,
excessive pressure or vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the
fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision, which may
result in possible personal injury.
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safety belts ..............................363
washing ....................................357
waxing .....................................358
wheels ......................................358
wiper blades ............................360
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......80, 84
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................37
AM/FM/CD .................................30
Clutch
fluid ..........................................397
operation while driving ..........290
recommended shift speeds ....290
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment ...............143
Console ......................................106
overhead ..................................105
Controls
power seat ...............................175
steering column ......................118
Coolant
checking and adding ..............377
refill capacities ................381, 405
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ..................116
Customer Assistance ................315
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................365
Ford Extended
Service Plan ............................354
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................354
Getting roadside assistance ...315
Getting the service
you need .................................350
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................355Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................353
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................90
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................397
engine oil .................................372
Driving under special
conditions ..................289, 305, 308
sand .........................................307
snow and ice ...........................309
through water .................307, 311
DVD system .................................51
E
Electronic message
center .................................127, 137
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................343
Emergency Flashers .................316
Emission control system ..........392
Engine ........................................409
cleaning ...................................359
coolant .....................................377
diesel ...........................................9
fail-safe cooling .......................382
idle speed control ...................375
refill capacities ........................405
service points ..................369–370
starting after a collision .........317
Engine oil ..................................372
checking and adding ..............372
dipstick ....................................372
filter, specifications ........374, 404
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Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) ...............................115
Power adjustable foot pedals ...115
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................322
Power door locks ......................155
Power mirrors ...........................111
Power point ...............................107
Power steering ..........................283
fluid, checking and adding ....395
fluid, refill capacity ................405
Power Windows .........................108
Preparing to drive
your vehicle ...............................284
R
Radio ................................26, 28, 35
Rear seat entertainment
system ..........................................51
Relays ........................................318
Remote entry system ...............159
illuminated entry ............164–165
locking/unlocking doors ........155,
160–161
replacing the batteries ...........162
Reverse camera .........................294
Reverse sensing system ...........292
Roadside assistance ..................315
S
Safety belts
(see Safety restraints) .....181–186
Safety defects, reporting ..........356
Safety restraints ................181–186
Belt-Minder
...........................189extension assembly ................192
for adults .........................182–186
for children .............................202
lap belt ....................................187
warning light and
chime ...............................188–189
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................215
Safety seats for children ..........206
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................410
Satellite Radio Information ........48
Seats ..........................................172
child safety seats ....................206
cleaning ...................................364
heated ........................................84
memory seat ...................161, 177
SecuriCode keyless entry
system ........................................166
SecuriLock passive
anti-theft system ...............168–169
Servicing your vehicle ..............367
Setting the clock
AM/FM/CD .................................30
AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ................37
Snowplowing ...............10, 312–313
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................404, 409
Special notice ..............................11
ambulance conversions ............10
diesel-powered vehicles .............9
four-wheel drive vehicles .......314
utility-type vehicles ..................10
Speed control ............................116
Starting your vehicle ........275–277
jump starting ..........................343
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