
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
WARNINGS
Fail-safe mode is for use during
emergencies only. Operate the
vehicle in fail-safe mode only as long
as necessary to bring the vehicle to rest in
a safe location and seek immediate repairs.
When in fail-safe mode, the vehicle will
have limited power, will not be able to
maintain high-speed operation, and may
completely shut down without warning,
potentially losing engine power, power
steering assist, and power brake assist,
which may increase the possibility of a
crash resulting in serious injury. Never remove the coolant reservoir
cap while the engine is running or hot.
You have limited engine power when in the
fail-safe mode, so drive the vehicle with
caution. The vehicle will not be able to
maintain high-speed operation and the
engine will run rough. Remember that the
engine is capable of completely shutting
down automatically to prevent engine
damage, therefore:
1. Pull off the road as soon as safely
possible and turn off the engine.
2. Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to an authorized dealer.
3. If this is not possible, wait a short period for the engine to cool.
4. Check the coolant level and replenish if low.
5. Re-start the engine and take your vehicle to an authorized dealer.
Note: Driving the vehicle without repairing
the engine problem increases the chance of
engine damage. Take your vehicle to an
authorized dealer as soon as possible. Engine Fluid Temperature
Management (If Equipped) WARNING
To reduce the risk of collision and
injury, be prepared that the vehicle
speed may reduce and the vehicle
may not be able to accelerate with full
power until the fluid temperatures reduce. Your vehicle has been designed to pull a
trailer, but because of the added load, the
vehicle
’s engine may temporarily reach
higher temperatures during severe
operating conditions such as ascending a
long or steep grade while pulling a trailer
in hot ambient temperatures.
At this time, you may notice your engine
coolant temperature gauge needle move
toward the H and the POWER REDUCED
TO LOWER TEMP message may appear
in the information display.
You may notice a reduction in the vehicle ’s
speed caused by reduced engine power.
Your vehicle has been designed to enter
this mode if certain high temperature/high
load conditions take place in order to
manage the engine ’s fluid temperatures.
The amount of speed reduction will
depend on the vehicle loading, towing,
grade, ambient temperature, and other
factors. If this occurs, there is no need to
pull off the road. The vehicle can continue
to be driven while this message is active
The air conditioning may also cycle on and
off during severe operating conditions to
protect overheating of the engine. When
the engine coolant temperature decreases
to a more normal operating temperature,
the air conditioning will turn on once again.
If you notice any of the following:
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•
Exceed 50 mph (80 km/h)
• Load the vehicle beyond maximum
vehicle load rating listed on the Safety
Compliance Label.
• Tow a trailer.
• Use snow chains on the end of the
vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire.
• Use more than one dissimilar spare tire
at a time.
• Use commercial car washing
equipment.
• Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire.
Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires
listed above at any one wheel location can
lead to impairment of the following:
• Handling, stability and braking
performance.
• Comfort and noise.
• Ground clearance and parking at curbs.
• Winter weather driving capability.
• Wet weather driving capability.
• All-wheel driving capability
3. Full-size dissimilar spare without
label on wheel
When driving with the full-size dissimilar
spare wheel and tire assembly, do not:
• Exceed 70 mph (113 km/h).
• Use more than one dissimilar spare
wheel and tire assembly at a time. •
Use commercial car washing
equipment.
• Use snow chains on the end of the
vehicle with the dissimilar spare wheel
and tire assembly.
The usage of a full-size dissimilar spare
wheel and tire assembly can lead to
impairment of the following:
• Handling, stability and braking
performance.
• Comfort and noise.
• Ground clearance and parking at curbs.
• Winter weather driving capability.
• Wet weather driving capability.
• All-wheel driving capability
When driving with the full-size dissimilar
spare wheel and tire assembly additional
caution should be given to:
• Towing a trailer.
• Driving vehicles equipped with a
camper body.
• Driving vehicles with a load on the
cargo rack.
Drive cautiously when using a full-size
dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly
and seek service as soon as possible.
Location of the Spare Tire and
Tools
If your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire,
jack and associated tools, see the
following table for their locations: Location
Tool
Under the vehicle, just forward of the rearbumper
Spare tire (pick-up trucks only)
Regular cab and Crew Cab: Fastened tofloor pan behind rearmost seat on passenger side
Jack
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Super Duty (TFA) Wheels and Tires

For a complete listing of the accessories
that are available for your vehicle, please
contact your authorized dealer or visit our
online store at: Accessories.Ford.com
(United States only).
Ford Custom Accessories are available for
your vehicle through your authorized Ford
or Ford of Canada dealer. Ford Motor
Company will repair or replace any properly
authorized dealer-installed Ford Custom
Accessories found to be defective in
factory-supplied materials or workmanship
during the warranty period, as well as any
component damaged by the defective
accessories. The accessories will be
warranted for whichever provides you the
greatest benefit:
•
12 months or 12000 miles (20000 km)
(whichever occurs first), or
• the remainder of your new vehicle
limited warranty.
Contact your authorized dealer for details
and a copy of the warranty.
Exterior style
• Bug shields
• Exhaust tip
• Deflectors
• Running boards
• Splash guards
• Step bars
• Fog lamps
• Custom graphics*
• Stainless-steel wheel covers*
• Wheel well liners
Interior style
• Floor mats
• Cargo organizers
• Custom seat covers* Lifestyle
•
Ash cup / smoker's package
• Bedliners and bedmats
• Rear-seat entertainment*
• Tonneau covers*
• Trailer hitches, wiring harnesses and
accessories
• Racks and carriers*
• Truck bed camping tent*
• Sportliner cargo liner*
• Bed extender
Peace of mind
• Keyless entry keypad
• Back-up alarm*
• Remote start and alarms
• Wheel locks
• Protective seat covers*
• Bumper and hit-mounted parking
sensors*
• Cable lock*
• Bed hooks*
• Tool/Cargo boxes*
• Speed/Cruise control
*Ford Licensed Accessories 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
authorized Ford dealer for details regarding
the manufacturer's limited warranty and
a copy of the Ford Licensed Accessories
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:
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Super Duty (TFA) Accessories

Towing a trailer or using a car-top carrier
Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
See axle maintenance items under Exceptions.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km)
Rotate tires*
, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Change engine oil and filter.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km) or six months
Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals if
non-sealed bearings are used.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
* Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted. Extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, as in heavy commercial use
(such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery)
Replace engine air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Inspect brake system.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km)
Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Lubricate control arm and steering ball joints if equipped
with grease fittings.
Rotate tires*
, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km) or six months
Change engine oil and filter.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km), six months or 200
engine hours
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
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Off-road operation
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Rotate tires *
, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals if
non-sealed bearings are used.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Change rear axle fluid (F-450 and F-550 only).
Every 50000 miles (80000
km)
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).
Every 60000 miles (96000
km)
* Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted. Exclusive use of E85 (Flex fuel vehicles only)
If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regular
unleaded fuel.
Every oil change interval
6.7L Diesel Engine
See the diesel supplement for special
operating condition information.
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the Normal
Schedule:
Normal vehicle axle maintenance: Rear
axles and power take-off units with
synthetic fluid and light-duty trucks
equipped with Ford-design axles are
lubricated for life; do not check or change
fluid unless a leak is suspected, service is
required or the assembly has been
submerged in water. During long periods
of trailer towing with outside temperatures
above 70°F (21°C) and at wide-open
throttle for long periods above 45 mph (72
km/h), change non-synthetic rear axle fluid
every 3000 miles (4800 kilometers) or three months, whichever comes first. This
interval can be waived if the axle is filled
with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting
Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part
number F1TZ-19580-B, or equivalent. Add
friction modifier XL-3 (EST-M2C118-A) or
equivalent for complete refill of
Traction-Lok rear axles. See Capacities
and Specifications (page 292).
Police, Taxi and Livery vehicle axle
maintenance: Change rear axle fluid every
100000 miles (160000 kilometers). Rear
axle fluid change may be waived if the axle
was filled with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid
meeting Ford specification
WSL-M2C192-A, part number
F1TZ-19580-B, or equivalent. Add four
ounces (118 milliliters) of additive friction
modifier XL-3 (EST-M2C118-A), or
equivalent, for complete refill of
Traction-Lok rear axles. Change the axle
fluid anytime the axle submerges in water.
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Super Duty (TFA) Scheduled Maintenance

E
Economical Driving......................................198
Electronic Locking Differential................156 Activating the Electronic Locking
Differential....................................................... 156
Emission Control System...........................137 On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)................... 138
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing................................................... 139
End User License Agreement..................410 SYNC® End User License Agreement
(EULA).............................................................. 410
Engine Block Heater.....................................131 Using the Engine Block Heater...................... 132
Engine Coolant Check
...............................226
Adding Engine Coolant..................................... 227
Checking the Engine Coolant........................ 226
Recycled Engine Coolant................................ 228
Severe Climates................................................. 228
What You Should Know About Fail-Safe Cooling.............................................................. 228
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 57
Engine Oil Check..........................................225 Adding Engine Oil............................................... 225
Engine Oil Dipstick.......................................225
Engine Specifications
.................................292
Drivebelt Routing............................................... 292
Entertainment..............................................364 A/V Inputs............................................................ 380
AM/FM Radio...................................................... 366
Bluetooth Audio................................................. 379
Browsing Device Content............................... 364
CD........................................................................\
..... 375
SD Card Slot and USB Port............................ 376
SIRIUS® Satellite Radio (If Activated)......................................................... 371
Supported Media Players, Formats and Metadata Information................................. 379Essential Towing Checks...........................187
Before Towing a Trailer..................................... 193
Hitches................................................................... 188
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft (PWC)......................................... 194
Safety Chains....................................................... 189
Trailer Brakes....................................................... 189
Trailer Lamps........................................................ 193
Trailer Towing Connector................................ 188
Using a Step Bumper (If Equipped)............193
When Towing a Trailer...................................... 193
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording.............................................. 9
Export Unique Options..................................13
Exterior Mirrors
................................................69
Clearance Lamps................................................. 70
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors............................... 70
Heated Exterior Mirrors...................................... 70
Memory Mirrors..................................................... 70
Power Exterior Mirrors........................................ 69
Signal Indicator Mirrors...................................... 70
Telescoping Mirrors............................................... 71
F
Fastening the Safety Belts
.........................28
Fastening the Cinch Tongue............................. 29
Restraint of Pregnant Women........................ 29
Safety Belt Extension Assembly.................... 30
Safety Belt Locking Modes............................... 29
Using the Safety Belt with Cinch Tongue (Front Center and Rear Center Seats
Only).................................................................... 28
Floor Mats
.......................................................199
Fog Lamps - Front See: Front Fog Lamps........................................ 66
Foot Pedals See: Adjusting the Pedals................................. 62
Ford Credit
..........................................................11
(U.S. Only)................................................................. 11
Ford Extended Service Plan (ESP).......425 SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY).............427
SERVICE PLANS (U.S. Only)......................... 425
Four-Wheel Drive
..........................................147
Front Fog Lamps............................................66
Front Seat Armrest.......................................116
Fuel and Refueling
.......................................133
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Information Messages..................................91
4WD........................................................................\
100
AdvanceTrac ™....................................................... 91
Alarm........................................................................\
. 91
Diesel Messages................................................... 92
Doors and Locks................................................... 95
Drivetrain................................................................. 95
Engine...................................................................... 96
Fuel........................................................................\
.... 96
Key........................................................................\
...... 97
Maintenance.......................................................... 97
MyKey®.................................................................... 97
Off Road.................................................................. 99
Park Aid................................................................... 98
Park Brake............................................................... 98
Power Steering..................................................... 98
Tire Pressure Monitoring System................... 99
Trailer...................................................................... 100
Installing Child Seats.....................................15 Child Seats............................................................... 15
Tether Strap Attachment................................... 21
Tether Strap Attachment (Rear SuperCab Only)..................................................................... 22
Using Cinch Tongue Lap and Shoulder Belts (All Front Center, Super Cab and Crew
Cab Rear Center Positions).......................... 18
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts.......................... 16
Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH)........................................... 20
Using Tether Straps............................................. 20
Instrument Cluster
.........................................74
Instrument Lighting Dimmer.....................65
Interior Lamps.................................................66 Front Map Lamps (If equipped)..................... 67
Rear Dome and Map Lamps............................ 67
Interior Mirror
.....................................................71
Auto-Dimming Mirror........................................... 71
Introduction.........................................................7
J
Jump-Starting the Vehicle
.......................204
Connecting the Jumper Cables.................... 205
Jump Starting..................................................... 205
Preparing Your Vehicle.................................... 204
Removing the Jumper Cables....................... 205K
Keyless Entry....................................................54
SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY
KEYPAD.............................................................. 54
Keys and Remote Controls.........................45
L
Lighting Control
..............................................64
Headlamp Flasher............................................... 64
High Beams............................................................ 64
Lighting..............................................................64
Limited Slip Differential
.............................156
Load Carrying..................................................174
Load Limit........................................................174
Special Loading Instructions for Owners of
Pick-up Trucks and Utility-type
Vehicles.............................................................. 181
Vehicle Loading - with and without a Trailer.................................................................. 174
Locking and Unlocking
.................................53
Autolock and Autounlock.................................. 53
Battery Saver......................................................... 54
Illuminated Entry.................................................. 54
Power Door Locks................................................ 53
Remote Control..................................................... 53
Smart Unlocks....................................................... 53
Locks...................................................................53
Lug Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel........................ 279
M
Maintenance..................................................222 General Information.......................................... 222
Manual Climate Control............................102
Manual Seats.................................................109 Manual Lumbar ................................................... 110
Moving the Seat Backward and Forward............................................................. 109
Recline Adjustment........................................... 109
Media Hub
........................................................311
Memory Function..........................................110
Easy Entry and Exit Feature.............................. 111
Message Center See: Information Displays................................ 80
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Mirrors
See: Heated Windows and Mirrors..............105
See: Windows and Mirrors............................... 68
Mobile Communications Equipment.......13
Moonroof...........................................................72 Bounce-Back.......................................................... 73
Opening and Closing the Moonroof..............72
Venting the Moonroof......................................... 73
Motorcraft Parts...........................................293
MyFord Touch ™...........................................348
General Information......................................... 348
MyKey Troubleshooting
...............................52
MyKey ™.............................................................49
Principle of Operation........................................ 49
N
Navigation......................................................399 cityseekr............................................................... 400
Map Mode............................................................ 402
Navigation Map Updates............................... 405
Navigation Voice Commands....................... 405
Point of Interest (POI) Categories.............400
Quick-touch Buttons....................................... 404
Setting a Destination....................................... 399
Setting Your Navigation Preferences..........401
Normal Scheduled Maintenance
...........431
6.2L and 6.8L Gasoline Engines.................... 431
6.7L Diesel Engine.............................................. 432
O
Oil Check See: Engine Oil Check...................................... 225
Opening and Closing the Hood..............222
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature........................................................211
Obtaining a French Owner ’s Manual............211
Overhead Console
........................................128
P
Parking Aid......................................................168 Rear Sensing System........................................ 168
Parking Aids
...................................................168
Parking Brake.................................................159
Passive Anti-Theft System.........................57 SecuriLock ™........................................................... 57PATS
See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 57
Pedals.................................................................62
Perchlorate.........................................................11
Phone................................................................381 Making Calls........................................................ 383
Pairing Subsequent Phones.......................... 383
Pairing Your Phone for the First Time........382
Phone Menu Options....................................... 383
Phone Settings................................................... 385
Phone Voice Commands............................... 386
Receiving Calls.................................................... 383
Text Messaging.................................................. 384
Post-Crash Alert System
..........................206
Power Door Locks See: Locking and Unlocking............................. 53
Power Seats
....................................................110
Power Lumbar...................................................... 110
Power Recline....................................................... 110
Power Steering Fluid Check.....................233
Power Take-Off
.............................................146
Power Windows.............................................68
Accessory Delay................................................... 69
Bounce-Back......................................................... 68
One-Touch Up or Down.................................... 68
Power Sliding Back Window........................... 69
Window Lock......................................................... 69
R
Rear Axle
..........................................................156
Rear Seat Armrest.........................................117
Rear Seats.........................................................111 Folding the Rear Seat Back (Crew Cab)
........................................................................\
........ 112
Folding up the Rear Seat Cushion.................112
Rear Heated Seats .............................................. 113
Rear Under Seat Storage (Crew Cab)..........113
Returning the Seat to the Seating Position............................................................... 112
Rear View Camera.......................................169 Using the Rear View Camera System.........169
Rear View Camera See: Rear View Camera................................... 169
Recommended Towing Weights
............186
Calculating the Maximum Loaded Trailer
Weight for Your Vehicle............................... 187
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