2009 FORD SUPER DUTY tow

Important notice
Ford vehicles are suitable for producing ambulances only if equipped
with the Ford ambulance preparation package. In addition, Ford urges
ambulance manufacturers to follow the recommendation of theFord
Incomplete Vehicle Manual, Ford Truck Body Builder’s Layout Book
(and pertinent supplements) and theQualified Vehicle Modifiers
Guidelines.Using a Ford vehicle without the Ford ambulance
preparation package to produce an ambulance voids the Ford warranty
and could result in elevated underbody temperatures, fuel
overpressurization and the risk of fuel expulsion and fires. To determine
whether the vehicle is equipped with the Ford ambulance preparation
package, inspect the information plate on the driver’s side door pillar.
Contact the manufacturer of your vehicle to determine whether the
ambulance manufacturer’s followed Ford’s recommendations.
WARNINGS
Throughout this guide, you will find warnings identified by the
symbol
. Warnings remind you to be especially careful to reduce the
risk of personal injury.
NEW VEHICLE BREAK-IN
Your vehicle does not need an extensive break-in. Try not to drive
continuously at the same speed for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of
new vehicle operation. Vary your speed to allow parts to adjust
themselves to other parts.
Drive your new vehicle at least 500 miles (800 km) before towing a
trailer. Make sure you use the specified engine oil by checking the engine
oil specification chart underEngine oilin theMaintenance and
Specificationschapter.
Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils during
the first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation, since these
additives may prevent piston ring seating. SeeEngine oilin the
Maintenance and Specificationschapter of this supplement for more
information on oil usage.
DIESEL ENGINE INFORMATION
The Diesel engine fuel system consists of:
•On E-Series vehicles (6.0L engine),a Diesel Fuel Conditioner
Module (DFCM) mounted on the driver-side frame rail next to the
transmission
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Fuel and turbocharger cooling system (F-Super Duty only)
The fuel and turbocharger cooling system contains a cooler which is
mounted on the turbo interstage U-tube on the left side of the engine.
The cooler’s function is to regulate engine fuel temperature and cool the
electronics that support the turbocharger. You may hear the auxiliary
coolant pump running up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off in
hot weather or if you are towing heavy loads. This is to control the
temperature of the turbocharger.
Engine governed speed
The engine governor is controlled by the PCM. The PCM controls fuel
input to limit maximum engine speed. It will not, however, prevent
engine overspeeding resulting from downshifting at high vehicle speed or
by descending steep grades at too high a vehicle speed for the selected
transmission gear.
If your vehicle is equipped with a manual transmission,refer to
Manual transmission shift speedsin theDrivingchapter of your
Owner’s Guidefor maximum vehicle shift speeds in various gears. Do
not exceed 4,000 rpm. Maximum engine governed speed is 3,700 rpm.
Excessive rpm can only be achieved by manually downshifting at too
high of a vehicle speed.
Operating the engine beyond the governed speed can cause
severe engine damage.
Speed control (F-Super Duty)
If vehicle speed goes outside a predetermined range from the set speed,
the RES (Resume) function will not reset vehicle speed. Vehicle speed
will need to be reset with the SET +/- button after reaching desired
speed using accelerator pedal.
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STARTING THE ENGINE
Read all starting instructions carefully before you start your vehicle.
For temperatures below 32°F (0°C), the use of the correct grade engine
oil is essential for proper operation. Refer toEngine oil specifications
in theMaintenance and Specificationschapter for more information.
Your vehicle may be equipped with a cold weather starting strategy that
prevents severe engine damage by assisting in engine lubrication
warm-up. In extremely cold ambient temperatures, this strategy activates
and prevents the accelerator pedal from being used for 30 seconds after
starting the vehicle. By not allowing the accelerator pedal to be used, the
engine oil is allowed to properly lubricate the bearings preventing engine
damage due to lack of proper lubrication. After the 30 second warm-up
period, the accelerator pedal will be operational again as long as the
pedal is not being pressed when the 30 second time limit expires. When
starting the engine in extremely cold temperatures (-15°F [–26°C]), it is
recommended to allow the engine to idle for several minutes before
driving the vehicle.
If your vehicle is equipped with a manual transmission,make sure
the parking brake is fully set before you turn the key. Depress the clutch
pedal and place the gearshift in the neutral position. The clutch must be
fully depressed in order to operate the starter. Do not press the
accelerator during starting.
If your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission,ensure
the gearshift lever is in P (Park) and the parking brake is fully set before
you turn the key. Do not press the accelerator during starting.
Engine-driven cooling fan (fan clutch)
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine driven cooling fan drive (also
called a fan clutch). This fan drive changes the fan speed to match the
vehicle’s changing cooling air flow requirements. Fan speed, fan noise
level and fuel consumption all will increase based on the driving
conditions that include trailer towing, hill climbing, heavy loads, high
speed and high ambient temperature, individually or in combination. The
fan drive is designed to provide the minimum fan speed (and resulting
fan noise and fuel consumption) required to meet the ever changing
vehicle cooling air flow requirements. You will hear the amount of fan
noise increasing and decreasing as the engine power requirements and
vehicle driving conditions change as you drive. This is to be expected as
being normal to the operation of your vehicle. High levels of fan noise
might also be heard when your engine is first started, and should
normally decrease after driving for a short time.
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Winter grille cover (F-Super Duty only) (if equipped)
If your vehicle includes a winter grille cover, it will enhance heater
performance and will reduce the amount of time it takes to warm the
inside of your vehicle in extremely cold conditions (below 0°F [-18°C]).
The winter grille cover installs over the outside of the grille of your
vehicle and restricts the air flowing to the engine compartment by
covering the radiator grille openings.
Usage guidelines
The winter grille cover should only be used while operating your vehicle
in extremely cold temperatures or in heavy snow for extended periods of
time. In these temperatures, the vehicle does not need a large amount of
air to properly cool the engine. During periods of operation when more
airflow is required to cool the vehicle, the winter grille cover should not
be used. The following usage guidelines will allow adequate airflow for
proper radiator and air cooler performance.
•Do not use the winter grille cover when temperatures are above 50°F
(10°C). Use of the cover in these conditions could cause your vehicle
to overheat. If this happens while the cover is being used, remove the
cover and store properly.
•Do not use the winter grille cover above 32°F (0°C) if towing a trailer.
The added power needed to tow a trailer requires the radiator grille to
have full airflow under all conditions. Your vehicle may overheat if the
cover is used while towing a trailer.
•Do not modify the winter grille cover. The winter grille cover does not
block some sections of the front of the vehicle because these openings
are needed to provide enough airflow to the radiator and air cooler in
extremely cold temperatures.
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TRAILER TOWING
Refer to yourOwner’s Guidefor full details on towing a trailer.
Trailer towing tables - E-Series
Engine Rear axle
ratioMaximum GCWR -
lbs. (kg)Maximum
trailer weight -
lbs. (kg)
E-350 Regular Van (9500 GVWR)
6.0L 3.55 16000 (7257) 9500 (4309)
6.0L 4.10 20000 (9072) 10000 (4536)
E-350 Extended/RV Van (9500 GVWR)
6.0L 3.55 16000 (7257) 9400 (4264)
6.0L 4.10 20000 (9072) 10000 (4536)
E-350 Regular Wagon (12–passenger) (8950 GVWR)
6.0L 3.55 16000 (7257) 8900 (4037)
6.0L 4.10 20000 (9072) 10000 (4536)
138” Wheelbase 9900 GVWR E-350 Cutaway with Single Rear
Wheels (SRW)
6.0L 4.10 20000 (9072) 10000 (4536)
138” Wheelbase 10000 GVWR E-350 Cutaway with Dual Rear
Wheels (DRW)
6.0L 4.10 20000 (9072) 10000 (4536)
138” Wheelbase 11500 GVWR E-350 Cutaway with Dual Rear
Wheels (DRW)
6.0L 4.10 20000 (9072) 10000 (4536)
158” Wheelbase 10000 GVWR E–350 Cutaway with Dual Rear
Wheels (DRW)
6.0L 4.10 20000 (9072) 10000 (4536)
158” Wheelbase 11500 GVWR E–350 Cutaway with Dual Rear
Wheels (DRW)
6.0L 4.10 20000 (9072) 10000 (4536)
158” Wheelbase 12500 GVWR E–350 Cutaway with Dual Rear
Wheels (DRW)
6.0L 4.10 20000 (9072) 10000 (4536)
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Engine Rear axle
ratioMaximum GCWR -
lbs. (kg)Maximum
trailer weight -
lbs. (kg)
176” Wheelbase 10000 GVWR E–350 Cutaway with Dual Rear
Wheels (DRW)
6.0L 4.10 20000 (9072) 10000 (4536)
176” Wheelbase 12500 GVWR E–350 Cutaway with Dual Rear
Wheels (DRW)
6.0L 4.10 20000 (9072) 10000 (4536)
158” Wheelbase 13990 GVWR E–450 Cutaway with Dual Rear
Wheels (DRW)
6.0L 4.10 20000 (9072) 10000 (4536)
158” Wheelbase 14500 GVWR E–450 Cutaway with Dual Rear
Wheels (DRW)
6.0L 4.10 20000 (9072) 10000 (4536)
176” Wheelbase 13990 GVWR E–450 Cutaway with Dual Rear
Wheels (DRW)
6.0L 4.10 20000 (9072) 10000 (4536)
176” Wheelbase 14500 GVWR E–450 Cutaway with Dual Rear
Wheels (DRW)
6.0L 4.10 20000 (9072) 10000 (4536)
Trailer towing tables - F-Super Duty
Maximum GCWR - lb (kg.)
Engine Rear axle
ratioManual
transmissionAutomatic
transmission
F–250/F–350 Single Rear Wheel (SRW)
6.4L 3.55 — 23000 (10433)
6.4L 3.73 23000 (10433) 23000 (10433)
F–350 Dual Rear Wheel (DRW)
6.4L 3.73/4.10 23500 (10659) 23500 (10659)
4.30 — 26000 (11793)
F–350 Dual Rear Wheel (DRW) Chassis Cab
6.4L 3.73/4.10 23500 (10659) 23500 (10659)
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Maximum GCWR - lb (kg.)
Engine Rear axle
ratioManual
transmissionAutomatic
transmission
F–450 Pick-up
6.4L 4.30 27000 (12247) 33000 (14969)
F–450 Chassis Cab
6.4L 4.30/4.88 26000 (11793) 26000 (11793)
6.4L* 4.88 28000 (12701) 30000 (13608)
F–550
6.4L 4.30/4.88 26000 (11793) 26000 (11793)
6.4L* 4.88 28000 (12701) 33000 (14969)
* With high capacity trailer tow package; see rear axle label to identify
actual vehicle content.
Integrated hitch rating
The standard integrated hitch has two ratings depending on mode of
operation:
•Weight carrying- requires a draw bar and hitch ball. The draw bar
supports all the vertical tongue load of the trailer.
•Weight distributing- requires an aftermarket weight distributing
system which includes draw bar, hitch ball, spring bars and snap-up
brackets. The vertical tongue load of the trailer is distributed between
the truck and the trailer by this system.
Hitch TypeMaximum
Gross Trailer
Weight-lb
(kg)Maximum
Tongue Weight
- lb (kg)
F–250/350 DRW
Pick-ups 2.5” ID
without adapter
(requires 2.5”
drawbar)Weight carrying 8000 (3629) 800 (363)
Weight
distributing15000 (6804) 1500 (680)
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Hitch TypeMaximum
Gross Trailer
Weight-lb
(kg)Maximum
Tongue Weight
- lb (kg)
F–250/350 DRW
Pick-ups 2.5” ID
with adapter*
(requires 2”
drawbar)Weight carrying 6000 (2721) 600 (272)
Weight
distributing12500 (5670) 1250 (567)
All SRW
Pick-ups 2”
receiverWeight carrying 6000 (2721) 600 (272)
Weight
distributing12500 (5670) 1250 (567)
F–450 DRW
Pick-ups 2.5” ID
without adapter
(requires 2.5”
drawbar)Weight carrying 8000 (3629) 800 (363)
Weight
distributing16000 (7258) 1600 (726)
F–450 DRW
Pick-ups 2.5” ID
with adapter*
(requires 2”
drawbar)Weight carrying 6000 (2721) 600 (272)
Weight
distributing12500 (5670) 1250 (567)
WARNING:Towing trailers beyond the maximum tongue weight
exceeds the limit of the towing system and could result in
vehicle structural damage, loss of vehicle control and personal injury.
* Trailer hitch adapter is available from Ford dealers (Part number:
5C3Z-19H282–A).
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