DieSeL FueL ReCOMMenDA tiOnS
Ford recommends that you use only the diesel fuels that meet either the
ASTM D975 diesel or the ASTM D7467 B6-B20 biodiesel industry specifications.
Outside of North America, use fuels meeting EN590 or equivalent local
market standard.
Diesel fuel is adjusted seasonally for colder temperatures. For best results at
temperatures below 20°F (-7°C), it is recommended to use a diesel fuel that has
been seasonally adjusted for the weather.
eSSential information
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DieSeL eXHAuSt FL uiD (DeF) LeVeL
To help reduce emission levels from the exhaust of the diesel engine, your vehicle is
equipped with a selective catalytic reduction (SCR) system that relies upon diesel
exhaust fluid (DEF) to operate properly. The SCR automatically injects DEF into
the exhaust system to enable proper SCR function. Make sure that you check your
vehicle’s DEF level during the oil change service interval, but certain conditions or
driving styles, such as trailer towing or fast rates of acceleration, will require the
refilling of the DEF tank more often. See the scheduled maintenance information in
your Diesel Supplement for more information.
FueL t yPe/ tAnk C APACity/FLeX FueL *
Depending on your vehicle, your fuel tank size varies based on body style and/or
engine configuration. Refer to the Capacities and Specifications section in
your Owner’s Manual for more details.
Flex fuel vehicles have a yellow ring around the top of the fuel filler inlet (tube)
and can use either regular unleaded fuel or E85 ethanol fuel.
It is best not to alternate repeatedly between gasoline and E85. If you do switch fuels,
it is recommended that you add as much fuel as possible—at least half a tank. Do
not add less than five gallons (18.9 liters) when refueling. You should drive the vehicle
immediately after refueling for at least 5 miles (8 km) to allow the vehicle to adapt to
the change in ethanol concentration. If you exclusively use E85 fuel, it is recommended
to fill the fuel tank with regular unleaded gasoline at each scheduled oil change.
If you do not have a flex fuel vehicle, then only use “Regular” unleaded gasoline
with an octane rating of 87. Do not use E85 fuels, because your vehicle was not
designed to run on fuels with more than 15% ethanol.
FueL-eFFiCient tRAnSMiSSiOn*
Your vehicle has been designed to improve fuel economy by reducing fuel usage
while coasting or decelerating. This may be perceived as a light to medium braking
sensation when removing your foot from the accelerator pedal.
SOS POSt-CRASH ALeR t SySteM™
The SOS Post-Crash Alert System™ provides audible and visual alarms in the event
of a crash which causes the deployment of airbags or the activation of the safety belt
pretensioners. The turn signals will flash and the horn will sound. To deactivate the
system, press the hazard flasher control, or you can press on your remote transmitter.
BRAke OVeR ACCeLeRAtOR (BOA) FeA tuRe
In the event that the accelerator pedal becomes stuck or entrapped, BOA will
reduce engine power when the brake pedal is applied. Drivers who rest a foot on
the brake pedal while pressing the accelerator pedal may activate BOA. See your
Owner’s Manual for complete details.
tiRe PReSSuRe MOnitORinG SySteM*
Your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (tPMS)
that illuminates a low tire pressure warning light when one or more of your tires
is significantly under-inflated. If this happens, stop and check your tires as soon as
possible. Inflate them to the proper pressure. Refer to the Wheels and Tires chapter
in your Owner’s Manual for more information.
L OCA tiOn OF SPARe tiRe AnD tOOLS*
If your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire, jack and associated tools, refer to the
following table for their locations:
t ool Location
Spare tire (pick-up trucks only) Under the vehicle, just forward of the
rear bumper.
Jack Regular cab and Crew Cab:
fastened to the floor pan behind
rear-most seat on passenger side;
SuperCab: under the rear bench seat
on the passenger side.
Jack handle, lug wrench, lug wrench
extension (only available on Dual Rear
Wheel [DRW] vehicles) and wheel
chock (only available on Single Rear
Wheel [SRW] vehicles equipped with
a diesel engine) Regular cab: fastened to the floor
behind the driver seat
SuperCab: under the passenger side
rear bench seat
Crew Cab: fastened to the floor behind
the driver’s side rear seat
For complete details on how to change your tire, refer to the Roadside Emergencies
chapter in your Owner’s Manual.
ROADSiDe A SSiStAnCe
Your new Ford Super Duty® comes with the assurance and support of 24-hour
emergency roadside assistance. To receive roadside assistance in the United States,
call 1-800-241-3673. In Canada, call 1-800-665-2006.
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ADVAnCetRAC®
WitH ROLL
StABiLity
COntROL™ (RSC®)
S tABiLity
enHAnCeMent
S yS teM*
The AdvanceTrac® stability
system helps you to maintain
stability and steer-ability of
your vehicle during a variety
of road conditions. If your
vehicle becomes stuck in
the snow, mud or sand,
try turning off the AdvanceTrac
® system to allow wheel spin and help increase
momentum to dig the vehicle out. Press the control to turn the system off. Refer to
your Stability Control chapter in your Owner’s Manual for more details.
eLeCtROniC LOCkinG DiFFeRentiAL (eLD)*With the ELD engaged, the rear axle temporarily locks, allowing both rear
wheels to turn at the same speed. The function helps to provide additional
traction as needed.
tO ACtiVA te:
• In 4x4 vehicles, pull the 4WD control knob toward you.
• In 4x2 vehicles and vehicles equipped with a manual shift 4WD system,
turn the ELD control knob from OFF to ON.
• The indicator light
will be continuously displayed in the cluster when
the ELD is active.
Note: ELD should not be used on dry surfaces.
ReAR VieW
C AMeRA SySteM*
Located under the Ford oval badge on
the tailgate, this camera provides a
visual display of the area behind the
vehicle. The display will automatically
appear in the navigation system
screen* or in the auto dimming
rearview mirror whenever the vehicle is
in R (Reverse) and uses colors (green,
yellow and red) to alert you of your
proximity to objects. If equipped with
the navigation system, you can also
press Zoom to zoom in or out.
Note: Visibility aids do not replace
the need to watch where the vehicle is
moving. Refer to your Owner’s Manual
for safety information, more detail and limitations.
One- tOuCH uP OR DOWn (FROnt WinDOWS )
This feature automatically opens or closes the window. Press or lift the switch
completely and release. The window will fully open or close. Press or lift it again to
stop the window.
Note: The window may be disabled for up to five minutes if it is cycled up and down
repeatedly. This helps prevent damage to the motor. Normal operation will resume
once the motor cools.
function
ReVeRSe SenSinG Sy SteM*
The sensing system, only active when the transmission is in R
(Reverse), warns the driver of obstacles within a certain range of
the rear bumper area. It sounds a warning tone if there is an object
behind the vehicle. The tone will sound continuously when the
object is less than 12 inches (30 centimeters) away. The system is
not effective when the vehicle is traveling above 3 mph (5 km/h)
and may not detect angular or moving objects.
Note: Visibility aids do not replace the need to watch where
the vehicle is moving. Refer to your Owner’s Manual for safety
information, more detail and limitations.
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