2012 FORD F550 radio

Peace of mind
• Keyless entry keypad • Back up alarm*
• Remote start • Cable lock*
• Vehicle security systems • Bed hooks*
• Wheel locks • Tool/Cargo boxes*
• Protective seat covers*
• Bumper and hitch mounted parking sensors*
Not all accessories are available for all models.
*Ford Licensed Accessories (FLA) are warranted by the accessory
manufacturer’s warranty. Ford Licensed Accessories are fully designed
and developed by the accessory manufacturer and have not been
designed or tested to Ford Motor Company engineering requirements.
Contact your Ford dealer for details regarding the manufacturer’s limited
warranty and/or a copy of the FLA product limited warranty offered by
the accessory manufacturer.
For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in
mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle:
• When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your
vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of
the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety
Compliance Certification Label). Consult your authorized dealer for
specific weight information.
• The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio
Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobile
communications systems — such as two-way radios, telephones and
theft alarms - that are equipped with radio transmitters. Any such
equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC
regulations and should be installed only by your authorized dealer.
• Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle,
particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive use.
• To avoid interference with other vehicle functions, such as anti-lock
braking systems, amateur radio users who install radios and antennas
onto their vehicle should not locate the Amateur Radio Antennas in
the area of the driver’s side hood.
• Any non-Ford custom electrical or electronic accessories or
components that are added to the vehicle by the authorized dealer or
the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability.Accessories
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Accessory delay ........................104
AdvanceTrac ..............................275
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................180, 184, 186
and child safety seats ............181
description ..............180, 184, 186
disposal ....................................194
driver airbag ............182, 185, 187
indicator light .........................189
operation .................182, 185, 187
passenger airbag .....182, 185, 187
passenger deactivation
switch ......................................190
side airbag ...............................184
Air cleaner filter .......404–405, 410
Air conditioning ....................78, 81
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................78
Air filter .....................................410
Ambulance packages ....................8
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................379
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................271
Anti-theft system ..............149, 151
arming the system ..........150–151
disarming a triggered
system .....................................152
triggering .................................152
Audio system (see Radio) ...60, 62
Automatic transmission ............290
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................287
fluid, adding ............................400
fluid, checking ........................400
fluid, refill capacities ..............411 Selectshift (SST) ....................293
Auxiliary Input Jack ...................69
Auxiliary powerpoint ................101
Axle
refill capacities ........................411
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Battery .......................................377
acid, treating emergencies .....377
jumping a disabled battery ....348
maintenance-free ....................377
replacement, specifications ...410
servicing ..................................377
Bed extender ............................126
Belt-Minder  .............................176
Booster seats .............................212
Brakes ........................................271
anti-lock ...................................271
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................272
fluid, checking and adding ....400
fluid, refill capacities ..............411
parking ....................................273
shift interlock ..........................285
trailer .......................................256
Bulbs ............................................92
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Capacities for refilling fluids ....411
Cassette tape player ...................60
Cell phone use ............................11
Changing a tire .........................331
Child safety seats ......................199
attaching with tether straps ..206
in front seat ....................200, 206
in rear seat ......................200, 206Index
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Parental MyKey
programming .............................129
Parking brake ............................273
Parts
(see Motorcraft  parts) ...........410
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) ...............................110
Power adjustable foot pedals ...110
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................327
Power door locks ......................137
Power mirrors ...........................106
Powerpoint ................................101
Power steering ..........................282
fluid, checking and adding ....399
fluid, refill capacity ................411
Power Windows .........................103
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................285
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Radio ......................................60, 62
Rear-view camera system .........298
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints
for children ................................197
Relays ........................................321
Remote entry system .......141–142
illuminated entry ....................145
locking/unlocking doors .........142
Remote start ...........................146
replacement/additional
transmitters .............................145
replacing the batteries ...........144 Remote start .............................146
Remote start climate
operation .....................................85
Reverse sensing system ...........296
Roadside assistance ..................319
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Safety belts
(see Safety restraints) ...........168,
170, 172, 174–175
Safety Canopy ...................185–186
Safety defects, reporting ..359–360
Safety restraints ...............168, 170,
172, 174–175
Belt-Minder  ...........................176
extension assembly ................175
for adults .................170, 172, 174
for children .............................195
warning light and chime ........176
Safety restraints -
LATCH anchors .........................206
Safety seats for children ..........199
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................416
Satellite Radio Information ........74
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
Normal Scheduled
Maintenance and Log .............428
Seats ..........................................153
child safety seats ....................199
cleaning ...................................368
climate control ..................81, 162
easy access/easyout feature ..164
memory seat ...................143, 163
SecuriCode keyless entry
system ........................................147Index
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