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.
