dieSeL fueL recOMMend ATiOnS
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.
dieSeL eXHAuST SYSTeM
The Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) system helps reduce carbon emissions. This
system requires the completion of periodic drives to clean or an operator-
commanded regeneration procedure that is prompted through your information
display. Failure to comply with the required cleaning procedure maintenance can
result in damage to the DPF system that may not be covered under your warranty.
See your Diesel Supplement for more information.
essenTial informa Tion
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dieSeL eXHAuST fLuid (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 TYPe/T Ank cAPA ciTY/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 5 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 S YSTeM™
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 A cceLerATOr (BOA) feATure
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 S YSTeM
Your vehicle has been equipped with a t ire 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 Oc ATiOn 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: fastened to the floor under
the rear seat .
Crew Cab: fastened to the floor behind
the rear seat on the driver side.
Key and spare tire lock In the glove box.
For complete details on how to change your tire, refer to the Wheels and Tires
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.
