2010 FORD F250 seat adjustment

HEATER ONLY SYSTEM
(IF EQUIPPED)
1.Fan speed adjustment:Controls
the volume of air circulated in the
vehicle.
2.Temperature selection:
Controls the temperature of the
airflow in the vehicle.
3.Air flow selections:Controls the direction of the airflow in the
vehicle. See the following for a brief description on each control.
:Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents.
:Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents and the
floor vents.
(OFF):Outside air is shut out and the climate system is turned off.
:Distributes outside air through the floor vents.
:Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and
floor vents.
:Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and
demister vents. Can be used to clear the windshield of fog and thin ice.
Operating tips
•To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, place
the air flow selector in the
position.
•Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the air
flow to the back seats.
•To reduce humidity build-up inside the vehicle, do not drive in
the
(OFF) position.
•Under normal weather conditions, do not leave the airflow selector
in
(OFF). This allows the vehicle to breathe using the outside air
inlets.
•Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of
the windshield.
To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather:
1. Select
.
2. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort.
Climate Controls
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1.Fan speed adjustment:Controls the volume of air circulated in the
vehicle.
2.Temperature selection:Controls the temperature of the airflow in
the vehicle.
3.Air flow selections:Controls the direction of the airflow in the
vehicle. See the following for a brief description on each control.
MAX A/C:Distributes recirculated air through the instrument panel
vents only to cool the vehicle. This re-cooling of the interior air is more
economical and efficient. Recirculated air may also help reduce
undesirable odors from entering the vehicle.
:Distributes air through the instrument panel vents.
:Distributes air through the instrument panel vents and the floor
vents.
O (OFF):Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate.
:Distributes air through the floor vents.
:Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents and floor
vents.
:Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents. Can
be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield.
4.
(Recirculated air):Press to activate/deactivate air
recirculation in cabin. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time to
cool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired
odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculation engages
automatically with selection of MAX A/C or can be engaged manually in
any other airflow selection except defrost. Recirculation may turn off
automatically in all airflow selections except MAX A/C.
5.A/C:Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with
recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Engages
automatically in MAX A/C,
and.
6.
(Heated mirrors):Press to turn the heated mirrors on and off.
The heated mirrors turn off automatically after 10 minutes.
7.
(Heated seats):Press to turn the heated seats on and off. The
heated seats turn off when the ignition is turned off.
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2. To unfasten, push the release
button and remove the tongue from
the buckle.
Vehicle sensitive mode
Combination lap and shoulder belts in normal retractor mode allow free
shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in
response to vehicle movement. For example, if the driver brakes
suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives an impact of
approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) or more, the combination safety belts will
lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers.
Belt sensitive mode
Combination lap and shoulder belts can also be made to lock manually by
quickly pulling on the shoulder belt.
Automatic locking mode
When to use the automatic locking mode
In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt will
still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automatic
locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt.
This mode should be usedany timea child safety seat (except a
booster) is installed in a passenger front or outboard rear seating
position (if equipped). Children 12 years old and under should be
properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible. Refer toSafety
restraints for childrenorSafety seats for childrenlater in this chapter.
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WARNING:BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE
REPLACED if the safety belt assembly “automatic locking
retractor” feature or any other safety belt function is not operating
properly when checked by an authorized dealer. Failure to replace the
belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in
collisions.
Energy management feature
•This vehicle has a safety belt system with an energy management
feature at the front outboard seating positions to help further reduce
the risk of injury in the event of a head-on collision.
•The front outboard safety belt systems have a retractor assembly that
is designed to pay out webbing in a controlled manner. This feature is
designed to help reduce the belt force acting on the occupant’s chest.
Safety belt pretensioner
Your vehicle is equipped with safety belt retractor pretensioners at the
driver and front outboard passenger seating positions.
The driver and front outboard passenger safety belt pretensioners are
designed to activate only during certain frontal or near-frontal collisions
with sufficient longitudinal deceleration. A safety belt pretensioner is a
device which tightens the webbing of the lap and shoulder belts during
some collisions in such a way that they fit more snugly against the body.
The driver and front outboard passenger safety belt system (including
retractors, buckles and height adjusters) must be replaced if the vehicle
is involved in a collision that results in the activation of the safety belt
pretensioners. Refer to theChild restraint and safety belt
maintenancesection in this chapter.
WARNING:Failure to replace the safety belt assembly under
the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in
the event of a collision.
Front safety belt height adjustment
The front outboard seating positions are equipped with safety belt height
adjusters.
Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle
of your shoulder.
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plastic parts ............................348
safety belts ..............................351
washing ....................................345
waxing .....................................346
wheels ......................................346
wiper blades ............................348
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ....98, 102
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................53
AM/FM/CD .................................46
Clutch
fluid ..........................................384
operation while driving ..........278
recommended shift speeds ....278
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................36
Console ......................................122
overhead ..........................121–122
Controls
power seat ...............................167
steering column ......................134
Coolant
checking and adding ..............365
refill capacities ................368, 391
Cruise control (see Speed
control) ......................................131
Customer Assistance ................303
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................353
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................400
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................342
Getting roadside assistance ...303
Getting the service you
need .........................................338
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................343Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................341
D
Daytime running lamps (see
Lamps) .......................................108
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................384
engine oil .................................360
Driving under special
conditions ..................277, 293, 297
sand .........................................295
snow and ice ...........................297
through water .................296, 299
DVD system .................................67
E
Electronic message center ...24, 32
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................331
Emergency Flashers .................304
Emission control system ..........379
Engine ........................................395
cleaning ...................................347
coolant .....................................365
diesel ...........................................7
fail-safe cooling .......................369
idle speed control ...................363
refill capacities ........................391
service points ..................357–358
starting after a collision .........305
Engine oil ..................................360
checking and adding ..............360
dipstick ....................................360
filter, specifications ........362, 390
recommendations ...................362
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