2015 FORD F250 SUPER DUTY manual transmission

TOWING A TRAILER
WARNINGS
Do not exceed the GVWR orthe GAWR specified on thecertification label.
Towing trailers beyond themaximum recommendedgross trailer weight exceeds thelimit of the vehicle and couldresult in engine damage,transmission damage, structuraldamage, loss of vehicle control,vehicle rollover and personalinjury.
Your vehicle may have electricalitems, such as fuses or relays,related to towing. See the Fuseschapter.
Your vehicle's load capacitydesignation is by weight, not byvolume, so you cannot necessarilyuse all available space whenloading a vehicle.
Towing a trailer places an extraload on your vehicle's engine,transmission, axle, brakes, tiresand suspension. Inspect thesecomponents periodically during,and after, any towing operation.
Load Placement
To help minimize how trailermovement affects your vehiclewhen driving:
•Load the heaviest items closestto the trailer floor.
•Load the heaviest itemscentered between the left andright side trailer tires.
•Load the heaviest items abovethe trailer axles or just slightlyforward toward the trailertongue. Do not allow the finaltrailer tongue weight to goabove or below 10-15% of theloaded trailer weight.
•Select a tow bar with thecorrect rise or drop. When boththe loaded vehicle and trailerare connected, the trailer frameshould be level, or slightlyangled down toward yourvehicle, when viewed from theside.
When driving with a trailer orpayload, a slight takeoff vibrationor shudder may be present due tothe increased payload weight.Additional information regardingproper trailer loading and settingyour vehicle up for towing islocated in another chapter of thismanual. See Load Limit (page178). You can also find theinformation in the RV & TrailerTowing Guide, available at anauthorized dealer.
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•Use a damper device such as a tarp,heavy blanket or piece of carpetdraped over the recovery strap to helpabsorb the energy in the event thestrap breaks.
•Make sure the stuck vehicle is notloaded heavier than its gross vehicleweight rating specified on thecertification label.
•Always align the tow vehicle and stuckvehicle in a straight line (within 10degrees).
•Keep bystanders to the sides of thevehicle, at a distance of at least twicethe length of the recovery strap. Thishelps avoid injury from the hazard of arecovery hook or strap breaking, or avehicle lurching into their path.
TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE
If you need to have your vehicle towed,contact a professional towing service or,if you are a member of a roadsideassistance program, your roadsideassistance service provider.
We recommend the use of a wheel lift anddollies or flatbed equipment to tow yourvehicle. Do not tow with a slingbelt. FordMotor Company has not approved aslingbelt towing procedure. Vehicledamage may occur if towed incorrectly, orby any other means.
Ford Motor Company produces a towingmanual for all authorized tow truckoperators. Have your tow truck operatorrefer to this manual for proper hook-upand towing procedures for your vehicle.
It is acceptable to have your two-wheeldrive vehicle towed with the front wheelson the ground (without dollies) and therear wheels off the ground.
We recommend towing a four-wheel drivevehicle with all wheels off the ground, suchas using a wheel lift and dollies or flatbedequipment. However, it is acceptable touse a wheel lift to raise the rear of yourvehicle so long as, depending on vehicleconfiguration, you perform the followingbefore towing:
•If your vehicle is equipped with amanual-shift transfer case, make surethe front wheel hub locks are in theFREE position before towing.
•If your vehicle is equipped with anelectronic shift-on-the-fly transfercase, make sure you turn thefour-wheel drive control to the 2Hposition before towing.
Note:Towing an electronic shift-on-the-flyfour-wheel drive vehicle with the frontwheels on the ground without disengagingthe front hubs may cause damage to theautomatic transmission.
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Note:Towing a two-wheel drive vehicle oran electronic shift-on-the-fly four-wheeldrive vehicle with the rear wheels on theground for more than 50 miles (80 km) orfaster than 35 mph (56 km/h) may causedamage to the automatic transmission.
Note:Using wheel lift equipment to tow adual rear wheel vehicle requires removingan outer rear wheel before towing.
TOWING THE VEHICLE ON
FOUR WHEELS
Emergency Towing
If your vehicle becomes inoperable(without access to wheel dollies,car-hauling trailer, or flatbed transportvehicle), it can be flat-towed (all wheelson the ground, regardless of the powertrainand transmission configuration) under thefollowing conditions:
•Your vehicle is facing forward fortowing in a forward direction.
•Place the transmission in position N. Ifyou cannot move the transmission intoN, you may need to override it. SeeTransmission (page 144).
•Maximum speed is 35 mph (56 km/h).
•Maximum distance is 50 miles (80kilometers).
Recreational Towing
Note:Put your climate control system inrecirculated air mode to prevent exhaustfumes from entering your vehicle. SeeClimate Control (page 103).
Follow these guidelines if you have a needfor recreational towing, such as towingyour vehicle behind a motorhome. Wedesigned these guidelines to preventdamage to your transmission.
Two-wheel Drive Vehicles andFour-wheel Drive Vehicles Equippedwith an Electronic-shift Transfer Case
Do not tow your vehicle with any wheelson the ground, as vehicle or transmissiondamage may occur. It is recommended totow your vehicle with all four (4) wheelsoff the ground, such as when using acar-hauling trailer. Otherwise, you cannottow your vehicle.
Four-wheel Drive Vehicles Equippedwith a Manual-shift Transfer Case
1. Put the transmission in position N.
2. Put the transfer case in position N.
3.Put the hub locks in the FREE position.Always make sure that both hub locksare set to the same position.
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Pairing a Phone for the First Time
Note:SYNC can support downloading upto approximately 1000 entries perBluetooth-enabled cellular phone.
Note:Make sure to switch on the ignitionand the radio. Put the transmission inposition P.
Note:To scroll through the menus, pressthe up and down arrows on your audiosystem.
Wirelessly pairing your phone with SYNCallows you to make and receive hands-freecalls.
1. Press the phone button. When thedisplay indicates there is no phonepaired, press OK.
2. When Find SYNC appears in thedisplay, press OK.
3. Put your phone into Bluetoothdiscovery mode. See your device'smanual if necessary.
4. When prompted on your phone'sdisplay, enter the six-digit PIN providedby SYNC in the radio display. Thedisplay indicates when the pairing issuccessful.
Depending on your phone's capability andyour market, the system may prompt youwith questions, such as setting the currentphone as the primary phone (the phoneSYNC automatically tries to connect withfirst upon vehicle start-up) anddownloading your phonebook.
Pairing Subsequent Phones
Note:Make sure to switch on the ignitionand the radio. Put the transmission inposition P.
Note:To scroll through the menus, pressthe up and down arrows on your audiosystem.
1.Press the phone button, and then scrollto System Settings. Press OK.
2. Scroll to Bluetooth Devices. Press OK.
3. Scroll to Add Bluetooth Device. PressOK.
4. When Find SYNC appears in thedisplay, press OK.
5. Put your phone into Bluetoothdiscovery mode. See your phone'smanual if necessary.
6. When prompted on your phone'sdisplay, enter the six-digit PIN providedby SYNC in the radio display. Thedisplay indicates when the pairing issuccessful.
The system then prompts with questions,such as if you would like to set the currentphone as the primary phone (the phoneSYNC automatically tries to connect withfirst upon vehicle start-up) and downloadyour phone book.
Phone Voice Commands
Press the voice icon and say "Phone". Sayany of the following:
"PHONE"
"Call "1,2
"Call at home"1,2
"Call at work"1,2
"Call in office"1,2
"Call on mobile OR cell"1,2
"Call on other"1,2
"Call history incoming"2
"Call history missed"2
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SYNC™ (If Equipped)

PhoneA
Quick DialB
PhonebookC
HistoryD
MessagingE
SettingsF
Hands-free calling is one of the mainfeatures of SYNC. Once you pair yourphone, you can access many options usingthe touchscreen or voice commands. Whilethe system supports a variety of features,many are dependent on your cellularphone’s functionality.
At a minimum, most cellular phones withBluetooth wireless technology support thefollowing functions:
•Answering an incoming call
•Ending a call
•Using privacy mode
•Dialing a number
•Redialing
•Call waiting notification
•Caller ID.
Other features, such as text messagingusing Bluetooth and automatic phonebookdownload, are phone-dependent features.To check your phone’s compatibility, seeyour phone’s user manual and visitwww.SYNCMyRide.com,www.SYNCMyRide.ca orwww.syncmaroute.ca.
Pairing Your Phone for the FirstTime
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 handheld 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.
The first thing you must do to use thephone features of SYNC is to pair yourBluetooth-enabled cellular phone withSYNC. This allows you to use your phonein a hands-free manner.
Note:Put the transmission in position P.Turn on your vehicle ignition and the radio.
1. Touch Add Phone in the upper leftcorner of the touchscreen.Find SYNCappears on the screen, and instructsyou to begin the pairing process fromyour device.
2. Make sure that Bluetooth is set to Onand that your cellular phone is in theproper mode. See your phone’s manualif necessary.
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Note:Select SYNC, and a six-digit PINappears on your device.
3. If prompted to enter a PIN on yourdevice, it does not support SecureSimple Pairing. To pair, enter the PINdisplayed on the touchscreen. Skip thenext step.
4. When prompted on your phone’sdisplay, confirm that the PIN providedby SYNC matches the PIN displayedon your cellular phone.
5.The display indicates when the pairingis successful.
SYNC may prompt you with more phoneoptions. For more information on yourphone's capability, see your phone'smanual and visit the website.
Pairing Subsequent Phones
Note:Put the transmission in position P.Turn on your vehicle ignition and the radio.
1. Press the Phone corner of thetouchscreen > Settings > BT Devices> Add Device.
2. Make sure that Bluetooth is set to Onand that your cellular phone is in theproper mode. See your phone’s manualif necessary.
Note:Select SYNC, and a six-digit PINappears on your device.
3. If prompted to enter a PIN on yourdevice, it does not support SecureSimple Pairing. To pair, enter the PINdisplayed on the touchscreen. Skip thenext step.
4. When prompted on your phone’sdisplay, confirm that the PIN providedby SYNC matches the PIN displayedon your cellular phone.
5.The display indicates when the pairingis successful.
SYNC may prompt you with more phoneoptions. For more information on yourphone's capability, see your phone'smanual and visit the website.
Making Calls
Press the voice button on yoursteering wheel controls. Whenprompted, say, "Call "or say "Dial", then the desired number.
To end the call or exit phonemode, press and hold the phonebutton.
Receiving Calls
During an incoming call, an audible tonesounds. Call information appears in thedisplay if it is available.
Accept the call by pressingAccept on the touchscreen orby pressing the phone button onyour steering wheel controls.
Reject the call by pressing Reject on thetouchscreen or by pressing and holding thephone button on your steering wheelcontrols.
Ignore the call by doing nothing. SYNC logsit as a missed call.
Phone Menu Options
Press the top left corner on yourtouchscreen to select from the followingoptions:
Phone
Touch this button to access the on-screennumerical pad to enter a number and placea call. During an active call, you can alsochoose to:
•Mute the call
•Put the call on hold
•Turn on the privacy feature
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4WDSee: Four-Wheel Drive.......................................151
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A/CSee: Climate Control.........................................103About This Manual...........................................7Protecting the Environment................................7ABSSee: Brakes............................................................162ABS driving hintsSee: Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes.................................................................162Accessories....................................................420Exterior style........................................................420Interior style.........................................................420Lifestyle.................................................................420Peace of mind.....................................................420AccessoriesSee: Replacement PartsRecommendation............................................12Adjusting the Headlamps.........................247Horizontal Aim Adjustment...........................248Vertical Aim Adjustment.................................247Adjusting the Pedals.....................................63Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................60Airbag Disposal...............................................45Air ConditioningSee: Climate Control.........................................103AlarmSee: Anti-Theft Alarm........................................59Anti-Theft Alarm............................................59Arming the Alarm.................................................59Disarming the Alarm...........................................59Appendices....................................................423Audible Warnings and Indicators............80Headlamps On Warning Chime.....................80Key in Ignition Warning Chime........................80Parking Brake On Warning Chime.................80Audio Control..................................................60Media.........................................................................61Seek, Next or Previous.........................................61Audio Input Jack............................................321Audio System.................................................310General Information..........................................310
Audio unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/SYNC..............................................................312Audio unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM.........311Audio unit - Vehicles With: Sony AM/FM/CD....................................................................315Autolamps........................................................65Autolamps - Programmable ExitDelay....................................................................66Automatic Climate Control......................104Automatic Transmission...........................144Brake-Shift Interlock.........................................148If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud orSnow..................................................................150Understanding the Shift Positions of a6–Speed Automatic Transmission.........145Understanding the Shift Positions of the5–Speed Automatic Transmission.........144Understanding your SelectShiftAutomatic® transmission...........................147Automatic Transmission FluidCheck............................................................240Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid (IfEquipped).......................................................240Auxiliary Power Points................................129110 Volt AC Power Points.................................12912 Volt DC Power Point.....................................129Locations...............................................................129Auxiliary Switches........................................421
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Bonnet LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood...........232Booster Seats..................................................24Types of Booster Seats......................................25Brake Fluid Check........................................243Brakes...............................................................162General Information..........................................162Breaking-In....................................................208Bulb Specification Chart...........................252
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California Proposition 65..............................11Capacities and Specifications.................301Technical Specifications.................................305Car WashSee: Cleaning the Exterior..............................256
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Towing..............................................................189Traction Control............................................165Principle of Operation.......................................165Trailer Sway Control....................................190Transfer Case Fluid Check........................243Transmission Code Designation............304Transmission..................................................144TransmissionSee: Transmission..............................................144Transporting the Vehicle..........................206
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Under Hood Overview - 6.2L...................233Under Hood Overview - 6.8L..................234Universal Garage Door Opener.................121CAR2U® Home Automation System...........121HomeLink Wireless Control System............124USB Port...........................................................321Using Cruise Control....................................176Switching Cruise Control Off..........................176Switching Cruise Control On...........................176Using Four-Wheel Drive..............................1514WD Indicator Lights.........................................152Driving Off-Road With Truck and UtilityVehicles.............................................................155Electronic Shift-On-the-Fly (ESOF) 4WDsystem.................................................................151How Your Vehicle Differs From OtherVehicles.............................................................155Manual Shift On Stop (MSOS) 4WDsystem.................................................................151Using a Manual Shift On Stop (MSOS) 4wdsystem................................................................152Using the Electronic Shift on the Fly 4WDsystem...............................................................154Using Hill Descent Control........................170Hill descent modes............................................170Using MyKey With Remote StartSystems..........................................................52Using Snow Chains.....................................282Using Stability Control................................167AdvanceTrac® with Roll Stability Control™(RSC®)..............................................................167
Using SYNC™ With Your MediaPlayer............................................................345Accessing Your Play Menu.............................349Connecting Your Digital Media Player to theUSB Port..........................................................345Media Menu Features......................................348Media Voice Commands................................346System Settings..................................................351What's Playing?.................................................346Using SYNC™ With Your Phone.............327Accessing Features through the PhoneMenu...................................................................331Accessing Your Phone Settings....................334Making Calls........................................................330Pairing a Phone for the First Time...............328Pairing Subsequent Phones..........................328Phone Options during an Active Call.........330Phone Voice Commands................................328Receiving Calls...................................................330System Settings.................................................335Text Messaging...................................................333Using Traction Control................................165System Indicator Lights andMessages..........................................................166Using Voice Recognition...........................325Initiating a Voice Session................................325System Interaction and Feedback..............326Utilizing the Mediation/ArbitrationProgram (Canada Only).........................219
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Vehicle Care...................................................256General Information.........................................256Vehicle Certification Label.......................303Vehicle Identification Number................303Vehicle Storage.............................................261Battery...................................................................262Body.........................................................................261Brakes.....................................................................262Cooling system...................................................262Engine....................................................................262Fuel system..........................................................262General...................................................................261Miscellaneous.....................................................262Removing Vehicle From Storage.................262Tires........................................................................262
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