2015 FORD F250 SUPER DUTY ESP

GENERAL INFORMATION ON
RADIO FREQUENCIES
This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules and with Industry Canadalicense-exempt RSS standard(s).Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) This device may not causeharmful interference, and (2) This devicemust accept any interference received,including interference that may causeundesired operation.
Note:Changes or modifications notexpressively approved by the partyresponsible for compliance could void theuser's authority to operate the equipment.The term IC before the radio certificationnumber only signifies that Industry Canadatechnical specifications were met.
The typical operating range for yourtransmitter is approximately 33 feet (10meters). Vehicles with the remote startfeature will have a greater range. One ofthe following could cause a decrease inoperating range:
•weather conditions
•nearby radio towers
•structures around the vehicle
•other vehicles parked next to yourvehicle
The radio frequency used by your remotecontrol can also be used by other shortdistance radio transmissions, for exampleamateur radios, medical equipment,wireless headphones, remote controls andalarm systems. If the frequencies arejammed, you will not be able to use yourremote control. You can lock and unlockthe doors with the key.
Note:Make sure to lock your vehicle beforeleaving it unattended.
Note:If you are in range, the remote controlwill operate if you press any buttonunintentionally.
REMOTE CONTROL
Integrated Keyhead Transmitters
(If Equipped)
Use the key blade to start your vehicle andunlock or lock the driver door from outsideyour vehicle. The transmitter portionfunctions as the remote control.
Note:Your vehicle’s keys came with asecurity label that provides importantvehicle key cut information. Keep the labelin a safe place for future reference.
Replacing the Battery
Note:Refer to local regulations whendisposing of transmitter batteries.
Note:Do not wipe off any grease on thebattery terminals or on the back surface ofthe circuit board.
Note:Replacing the battery will not deletethe transmitter from the vehicle. Thetransmitter should operate normally.
The remote control uses one coin-typethree-volt lithium battery CR2032 orequivalent.
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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
MyKey allows you to program keys withrestricted driving modes to promote gooddriving habits. All but one of the keysprogrammed to the vehicle can beactivated with these restricted modes.
Any keys that have not been programmedare referred to as administrator keys oradmin keys. They can be used to:
•create a MyKey
•program configurable MyKey settings
•clear all MyKey features.
When you have programmed a MyKey, youcan access the following information usingthe information display:
•How many admin keys and MyKeys areprogrammed to your vehicle.
•The total distance your vehicle hastraveled using a MyKey.
Note:All MyKeys are programmed to thesame settings. You cannot program themindividually.
Non-configurable Settings
The following settings cannot be changedby an admin key user:
•Belt-Minder. You cannot disable thisfeature. The audio system will mutewhen the front seat occupants’ safetybelts are not fastened.Note: If yourvehicle is equipped with AM/FM radioonly, then the radio will not mute.
•Early low fuel. The low fuel warning isactivated earlier, giving the MyKey usermore time to refuel.
•Driver assist features, if equipped onyour vehicle, are forced on: parking aid,blind spot information system (BLIS)with cross traffic alert, lane departurewarning and forward collision warningsystem.
Configurable Settings
With an admin key, you can configurecertain MyKey settings when you firstcreate a MyKey and before you recycle thekey or restart the vehicle. You can alsochange the settings afterward with anadmin key:
•A vehicle speed limit can be set.Warnings will be shown in the displayfollowed by an audible tone when yourvehicle reaches the set speed. Youcannot override the set speed by fullydepressing the accelerator pedal or bysetting cruise control.
•Vehicle speed minders of 45, 55 or 65mph (75, 90 or 105 km/h). Once youselect a speed, it will be shown in thedisplay, followed by an audible tonewhen the preselected vehicle speed isexceeded.
•Audio system maximum volume of45%. A message will be shown in thedisplay when you attempt to exceedthe limited volume. Also, thespeed-sensitive or compensatedautomatic volume control will bedisabled.Note: If your vehicle isequipped with AM/FM radio only, thenthe radio volume will not be limited.
•Always on setting. When this isselected, you will not be able to turnoff AdvanceTrac (if your vehicle isequipped with this feature).
CREATING A MYKEY
Use the information display to create aMyKey. There are two types of informationdisplays, and their controls and messagingvary. To determine which type of displayyou have, you will need to referenceanother chapter. See GeneralInformation (page 81).
If You Have a Type 1 InformationDisplay:
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Variations:
Distance-to-emptyFuel gauge positionDriving type (fuel economyconditions)
35 miles to 80 miles (56 kmto 129 km)1/16thHighway driving
35 miles (56km)1/16thSevere duty driving (trailertowing, extended idle)
Information Display
Odometer
Located in the bottom of the informationdisplay Registers the accumulateddistance your vehicle has traveled.
Trip Computer
See General Information (page 81).
Vehicle Settings and Personalization
See General Information (page 81).
WARNING LAMPS AND
INDICATORS
The following warning lamps andindicators will alert you to a vehiclecondition that may become serious. Somelamps will illuminate when you start yourvehicle to make sure they work. If anylamps remain on after starting your vehicle,refer to the respective system warninglamp for further information.
Note:Some warning indicators appear inthe information display and function thesame as a warning lamp but do not displaywhen you start your vehicle.
Anti-Lock Braking System
If it illuminates when you aredriving, this indicates amalfunction. You will continueto have the normal braking system(without ABS) unless the brake systemwarning lamp is also illuminated. Have thesystem checked by your authorized dealer.
Battery
If it illuminates while driving, itindicates a malfunction. Switchoff all unnecessary electricalequipment and have the system checkedby your authorized dealer immediately.
Brake System
Illuminates when you engage theparking brake with the ignitionon.
If it illuminates when you are driving, checkthat the parking brake is not engaged. Ifthe parking brake is not engaged, thisindicates low brake fluid level or a brakesystem malfunction. Have the systemchecked immediately by your authorizeddealer.
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WARNING
Driving your vehicle with the warninglamp on is dangerous. A significantdecrease in braking performancemay occur. It will take you longer to stopyour vehicle. Have your vehicle checked byyour authorized dealer immediately. Drivingextended distances with the parking brakeengaged can cause brake failure and therisk of personal injury.
Check Fuel Cap (If Equipped)
Illuminates when the fuel capmay not be properly installed.Continued driving with this lighton may cause the Service enginesoon warning indicator to come on.
Cruise Control (If Equipped)
Illuminates when you switch thisfeature on. See Using CruiseControl (page 176).
Direction Indicator
Illuminates when the left or rightturn signal or the hazard warningflasher is turned on. If theindicators stay on or flash faster, check fora burned out bulb.
Door Ajar
Displays when the ignition is onand any door is not completelyclosed.
Electronic Locking Differential
Illuminates when using theelectronic locking differential.
Engine Coolant Temperature
Illuminates when the enginecoolant temperature is high.Stop the vehicle as soon aspossible, switch off the engine and let cool.
Engine Oil
If it illuminates with the enginerunning or when you are driving,this indicates a malfunction.Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe todo so and switch the engine off. Check theengine oil level. See Engine Oil Check(page 235).
Note:Do not resume your journey if itilluminates despite the level being correct.Have the system checked by your authorizeddealer immediately.
Fasten Safety Belt
It will illuminate and a chime willsound to remind you to fastenyour safety belt.
Front Airbag
If it fails to illuminate when youstart your vehicle, continues toflash or remains on, it indicatesa malfunction. Have the system checkedby your authorized dealer.
High Beam
Illuminates when you switch thehigh beam headlamps on. It willflash when you use theheadlamp flasher.
Hill Descent (If Equipped)
Illuminates when hill descent isswitched on.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING
Driving while distracted can result inloss of vehicle control, crash andinjury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is the safeoperation of your vehicle. We recommendagainst the use of any hand-held devicewhile driving and encourage the use ofvoice-operated systems when possible.Make sure you are aware of all applicablelocal laws that may affect the use ofelectronic devices while driving.
You can control various systems on yourvehicle using the information displaycontrols on the steering wheel. Theinformation display provides thecorresponding information.
Information Display Controls(Type 1)
•Press the INFO button to scroll throughtrip, outside temperature, fuel usage,trailer gain and MyKey® information.
•Press the SETUP button to scrollthrough various vehicle featuresettings.
•Press the RESET button to choosesettings, reset information and confirmmessages.
Info
Press the INFO button repeatedly to cyclethrough the following features:
Note:Some options may appear slightlydifferent or not at all if the items areoptional.
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Settings (cont’d)
Hold OK to Create MyKeyCreate MyKeyMyKey
Always On or SelectableAdvanceTrac
80 MPH (130 km/h) or OffMAX Speed
45, 55 or 65 MPH (75, 90 or 105 km/h), OffSpeed Warning
On or OffVolume Limiter
Hold OK to Clear MyKeyClear MyKey
English, Français, EspañolLanguage
EnglishDistanceUnits
Metric
Fahrenheit (°F)Temperature
Celsius (°C)
Information
In this mode, you can viewdifferent vehicle systeminformation and perform asystem check.
Information
Admin Keys (Number of admin keys)MyKey
MyKeys (Number of MyKeys programmed)
MyKey Miles (km) (Distance traveled using a programmedMyKey)
Some items will only display during a system check if aproblem has been detected. If an issue exists on one ofthe monitored systems, the number of warnings that needimmediate attention will display in red and the number ofinformational warnings will display in amber. Use the up/down arrow buttons to scroll through the list; press theright arrow button to display specific information on thehighlighted warning
System Check
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ActionMessage
The powertrain control module will intentionally turn theengine off due to your vehicle being in the final second of acountdown. The diesel engine shutdown is a (regulatory)requirement, which may be required of a particular dieselvehicle for sale in states requiring this feature. Refer to yourdiesel supplement for more information..
ENGINE TURNS OFF IN1 SECOND
The powertrain control module will intentionally turn theengine off due to your vehicle being in the final 30 seconds ofa countdown. The diesel engine shutdown for extended idlingis an optional feature. Refer to your diesel supplement formore information.
ENGINE TURNS OFF INXX SECONDS
Appears after the 30 second countdown. Refer to your dieselsupplement for more information.ENGINE TURNED OFF
In extremely cold weather, typically below –15°F (–26°C)and if the engine block heater is not utilized, your engine willnot respond to accelerator pedal movement for 30 seconds.This restriction allows your engine to circulate the oil properlyin order to avoid engine damage. Refer to your diesel supple-ment for more information.
ENGINE WARMINGPLEASE WAIT
Your diesel particulate filter is clean. Refer to your dieselsupplement for more information.EXHAUST FILTER DRIVECOMPLETE
Your diesel particulate filter is clean. Refer to your dieselsupplement for more information.EXHAUST FILTERCLEANED
The manual operator commanded regeneration process hasstopped. Refer to your diesel supplement for more informa-tion.
EXHAUST CLEANSTOPPED
The distance you can travel before depleting the remainingdiesel exhaust fluid. Refer to your diesel supplement for moreinformation.
EXHAUST FLUID RANGEXXX MI
Your diesel exhaust fluid is nearing empty. Your vehicle’s topspeed will become limited in the displayed distance. You mustreplenish the diesel exhaust fluid to resume normal operationof your vehicle. Refer to your diesel supplement for moreinformation.
IN XX MILES, SPEEDLIMITED TO XX MPHEXHAUST FLUID EMPTY
Your remaining diesel exhaust fluid has depleted. Your speedwill be limited upon restart. You must replenish the dieselexhaust fluid to resume normal operation of your vehicle.Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.
SPEED LIMITED TO XXMPH UPON RESTARTEXHAUST FLUID EMPTY
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ActionMessage
You must have your vehicle serviced by an authorized dealerif approximately two hours after the EXHAUST OVERLOADEDDRIVE TO CLEAN message has displayed and you have notdriven your vehicle above 30 mph (48 km/h) for at least 20minutes to clean the diesel particulate filter. Refer to yourdiesel supplement for more information.
EXHAUST OVER LIMITSERVICE NOW
You are responsible for assuring that you operate your vehiclein a manner that allows diesel particulate filter cleaning tooccur. Ignoring the EXHAUST OVER LIMIT SERVICE NOWwarning message could lead to reduced drivability andcustomer expense, including damage to the diesel particulatefilter. Your new vehicle warranty may not cover this damage.
The water separator has reached a predetermined capacityand needs draining. Refer to your diesel supplement for moreinformation.
WATER IN FUEL DRAINFILTER SEE MANUAL
A low fuel pressure condition has occurred due to cold, lowfuel level or fuel filters need to be changed. Refer to your dieselsupplement for more information.
LOW FUEL PRESSURE
Doors and Locks
ActionMessage
The door listed is not completely closed.X Door Ajar
Drivetrain
ActionMessage
The electronic locking differential is engaged.LOCKING DIFFERENTIALENGAGED
ELD ENGAGED
The electronic locking differential is disengaged.LOCKING DIFFERENTIALDISENGAGED
ELD DISENGAGED
The electronic locking differential requests a certain speedrequirement to engage.TO ENGAGE LOCKINGDIFFERENTIAL SLOWTO XX MPH/KM/H
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