2013 FORD F250 key

Compass (if equipped):
Determine which magnetic zone you
are in for your geographic location
by referring to the zone map.
Settings (cont’d)
MyKey Create MyKey Hold OK to create MyKey
AdvanceTrac Always On / Selectable
MAX Speed 80 MPH (130 km/h) or Off
Speed Warning 45, 55 or 65 MPH (75, 90 or
105 km/h), Off
Volume Limiter On/Off
Clear MyKey Hold OK to Clear MyKey
Language English, Español, Français
Units Distance English
Metric
Temperature Fahrenheit
Celsius
Information
In this mode, you can view different vehicle system information
and perform a system check.
Information
MyKey Admin Keys (Number of admin keys)
MyKeys (Number of MyKeys programmed)
MyKey Miles (km) (Distance traveled using a
programmed MyKey)
1 2 3
4
5
6 7 8 9 101112 13 14 15
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AdvanceTrac® /
Traction Control
MessagesAction / Description
TRACTION
CONTROL OFFDisplayed when the traction control has been
disabled by the driver. Refer to theTraction
Controlchapter for more information.
Alarm/Security
MessagesAction / Description
TO STOP ALARM
START VEHICLEDisplayed when the perimeter alarm system is
armed and the vehicle is entered using the key
on the driver’s side door. In order to prevent
the perimeter alarm system from triggering,
the ignition must be turned to start or on
before the 12 second chime expires.
SECURITY SYSTEM
FAULTDisplayed when the security system has
detected a fault. See your authorized dealer
for service.
Brake System
MessagesAction / Description
BRAKE FLUID
LEVEL LOWIndicates the brake fluid level is low and the
brake system should be inspected immediately.
Refer toBrake fluidin theMaintenance
chapter.
CHECK BRAKE
SYSTEMDisplayed when the brake system needs
servicing. If the warning stays on or continues
to come on, contact your authorized dealer as
soon as possible.
PARK BRAKE
ENGAGEDDisplayed when the parking brake is set and
the vehicle is in motion.
WARNING:When the CLEANING EXHAUST FILTER message
appears in the message center, do not park near flammable
materials, vapors or structures until filter cleaning is complete.
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Engine Messages Action / Description
TRANSPORT MODE
CONTACT DEALERDisplayed when the vehicle is set to transport
mode. The transport mode is used to disable
certain vehicle functions to prevent battery
discharge when the vehicle is in the
transport/inventory phase and is not driven
long enough to maintain the battery’s charge.
This mode can be disabled by doing the
following: Turn the ignition on, without
starting the engine. Press and release the
brake pedal fully five times and press the
hazard button four times (on, off, on, off)
within 10 seconds.
POWER REDUCED
TO LOWER ENGINE
TEMPDisplayed when the engine temperature gauge
needle moves to H. You may notice reduced
engine power. Refer toEngine coolantin the
Maintenancechapter for more information.
Fuel Messages Action / Description
CHECK FUEL CAPDisplayed when the fuel cap may not be
properly closed.
FUEL LEVEL LOWDisplayed as an early reminder of a low fuel
condition.
Key Messages Action / Description
COULD NOT
PROGRAM
INTEGRATED KEYDisplayed when an attempt is made to
program a fifth integrated key. For more
information, refer to theSecuritychapter.
TO DRIVE: TURN
KEY TO ONDisplayed when the factory equipped remote
start is activated.
Maintenance
MessagesAction / Description
ENGINE OIL
CHANGE SOONDisplayed when the engine oil life is nearing
its end.
OIL CHANGE
REQUIREDDisplayed when the oil life left reaches 0%.
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Maintenance
MessagesAction / Description
SERVICE POWER
STEERINGThe power steering system has detected a
condition that requires service. See your
authorized dealer.
SERVICE POWER
STEERING NOWThe power steering system has detected a
condition within the power steering system
that requires service immediately. See your
authorized dealer.
POWER STEERING
ASSIST FAULTThe power steering system has disabled power
steering assist due to a system error. See your
authorized dealer.
MyKey® Messages Action / Description
MYKEY ACTIVE
DRIVE SAFELYDisplayed when MyKey® is active.
ADVANCETRAC
ALWAYS ON -
MYKEY SETTINGDisplayed when a MyKey® is in use and the
ESC cannot be deactivated.
VEHICLE NEAR
TOP SPEEDDisplayed when a MyKey® is in use and the
MyKey speed limit is on and the vehicle speed
is approaching 80 mph (130 km/h).
VEHICLE AT TOP
SPEED - MYKEY
SETTINGDisplayed when a MyKey® is in use and the
MyKey speed limit is on and the vehicle speed
is 80 mph (130 km/h).
SPEED LIMITED TO
80 MPHDisplayed when starting the vehicle and
MyKey® is in use and the MyKey speed limit
is on.
SPEED LIMITED TO
130 KM/HDisplayed when starting the vehicle and
MyKey® is in use and the MyKey speed limit
is on
CHECK SPEED
DRIVE SAFELYDisplayed when a MyKey® is in use and the
optional setting is on and the vehicle exceeds
a preselected speed.
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MyKey® Messages Action / Description
BUCKLE UP TO
UNMUTE AUDIODisplayed when a MyKey® is in use and
Belt-Minder® is activated.
MYKEY COULD NOT
PROGRAMDisplayed when an attempt is made to
program a spare key using two existing
MyKeys.
Park Aid Messages Action / Description
CHECK REAR PARK
AIDDisplayed when the transmission is in R
(Reverse) and the park aid is disabled.
REAR PARK AID
OFFDisplayed when the rear park aid is disabled
by the driver.
REAR PARK AID ONDisplayed when the rear park aid is enabled.
Off Road Messages Action / Description
HILL DESCENT
CONTROL OFFDisplayed when hill descent control mode
becomes inactive.
FOR HILL
DESCENT REDUCE
SPEEDDisplayed when the vehicle speed requirement
for off-road mode entry has not been met.
FOR HILL
DESCENT SELECT
GEARDisplayed when the driver is able to select a
transmission gear for hill descent mode.
HILL DESCENT -
DRIVER RESUME
CONTROLDisplayed when hill descent control mode is
deactivated and the driver must resume
control.
HILL DESCENT
CONTROL FAULTDisplayed when a hill descent system fault is
present.
HILL DESCENT
CONTROL OFF
SYSTEM COOLINGDisplayed when the hill descent system is
cooling due to overuse.
HILL DESCENT
CONTROL READYDisplayed when the hill descent control switch
is turned on.
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Troubleshooting
Radio display Condition Possible action
Acquiring Radio requires more
than two seconds to
produce audio for the
selected channel.No action required. This
message should disappear
shortly.
Sat
Fault/SIRIUS
system failureThere is an internal
module or system
failure present.If this message does not clear
shortly, or with an ignition
key cycle, your receiver
may have a fault. See an
authorized dealer for service.
Invalid Channel The channel is no
longer available.Tune to another channel or
choose another preset.
Unsubscribed
ChannelYour subscription does
not include this
channel.Contact SIRIUS at
1–888–539–7474 to subscribe
to the channel, or tune to
another channel.
No Signal The signal is lost from
the SIRIUS satellite or
SIRIUS tower to your
vehicle antenna.The signal is blocked. When
you move into an open area,
the signal should return.
Updating Update of channel
programming in
progress.No action required.
The process may take up to
three minutes.
Call SIRIUS
1–888–539–7474Your satellite service is
no longer available.Call SIRIUS at
1–888–539–7474 to resolve
subscription issues.
None Found.
Check Channel
Guide.All the channels in the
selected category are
either skipped or
locked.Use the channel guide to turn
off the Lock or Skip function
on that station.
Subscription
UpdatedSIRIUS has updated
the channels available
for your vehicle.No action required.
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MEMORY FUNCTION (IF EQUIPPED)
This system allows automatic positioning of the driver seat, power
mirrors, and adjustable pedals to two programmable positions.
The memory control is located on the driver’s door.
•To program position 1, move the memory features to the
desired positions using the associated controls. Press and
hold button 1 for at least two seconds. A chime will
sound confirming that a memory position has been set.
•To program position 2, repeat the previous procedure
using button 2.
A memory position may be programmed at any time.
To program the memory feature to a remote entry transmitter, see
Remote entry systemin theLockschapter.
A programmed memory position can be recalled:
•in any gearshift position if the ignition is not on.
•only in positionPorNif the ignition is on.
The memory positions are also recalled when you press your remote
entry transmitter unlock control (if the transmitter is programmed to
a memory position) or, when you enter a valid personal entry code
that is programmed to a memory position. The mirrors will move to the
programmed position and the seat will move to the easy entry position.
The seat will move to the final position when the key is in the ignition
(if easy entry feature is enabled).
Easy Entry and Exit Feature (If Equipped)
If the easy entry and exit feature is enabled, this feature automatically
moves the driver’s seat rearward 2 inches (5 centimeters) when the
transmission selector lever is in positionPand the key is removed from
the ignition.
If the seat is located less than 2 inches (5 centimeters) from the rear of
the seat track, the seat travel will be less than 2 inches (5 centimeters)
rearward.
The driver’s seat will return to the previous position when the key is put
in the ignition.
This feature is enabled or disabled through the information display.
See theInformation Displayschapter for more information.
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Use your vehicle key to lock the
storage space.
Rear Heated Seats (If Equipped)
WARNING:Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin
because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord
injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion, or other physical conditions,
must exercise care when using the seat heater. The seat heater may
cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long
periods of time. Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against
heat, such as a blanket or cushion, because this may cause the seat
heater to overheat. Do not puncture the seat with pins, needles, or
other pointed objects because this may damage the heating element
which may cause the seat heater to overheat. An overheated seat may
cause serious personal injury.
Note:Do not do the following:
•Place heavy objects on the seat
•Operate the seat heater if water or any other liquid is spilled on the
seat. Allow the seat to dry thoroughly.
The rear seat heat controls are located on the rear door armrest.
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