2016 FORD F250 SUPER DUTY radio controls

Introduction
About This Manual...........................................7
Symbols Glossary.............................................7
Data Recording..................................................9
California Proposition 65..............................11
Perchlorate.........................................................11
Ford Credit..........................................................11
Replacement PartsRecommendation........................................11
Special Notices................................................12
Mobile CommunicationsEquipment.....................................................13
Export Unique Options..................................13
Environment
Protecting the Environment........................14
Child Safety
General Information.......................................15
Installing Child Seats.....................................16
Booster Seats..................................................24
Child Seat Positioning..................................26
Child Safety Locks..........................................27
Safety Belts
Principle of Operation..................................29
Fastening the Safety Belts.........................30
Safety Belt Height Adjustment.................33
Safety Belt Warning Lamp and IndicatorChime.............................................................33
Safety Belt Minder.........................................34
Child Restraint and Safety BeltMaintenance................................................36
Supplementary RestraintsSystem
Principle of Operation...................................37
Driver and Passenger Airbags...................38
Side Airbags.....................................................43
Safety Canopy™............................................44
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator.......45
Airbag Disposal..............................................46
Keys and Remote Controls
General Information on RadioFrequencies..................................................47
Remote Control...............................................47
Replacing a Lost Key or RemoteControl...........................................................50
MyKey™
Principle of Operation...................................51
Creating a MyKey............................................52
Clearing All MyKeys.......................................53
Checking MyKey System Status...............53
Using MyKey With Remote StartSystems.........................................................55
MyKey Troubleshooting...............................55
Locks
Locking and Unlocking.................................56
Keyless Entry....................................................57
Tailgate
Tailgate Lock...................................................60
Removing the Tailgate.................................60
Tailgate Step.....................................................61
Bed Extender...................................................62
Security
Passive Anti-Theft System........................64
Anti-Theft Alarm............................................65
Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................66
Audio Control..................................................66
Voice Control....................................................67
Cruise Control..................................................67
Information Display Control.......................67
Heated Steering Wheel...............................68
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Table of Contents

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.
Note:The remote control contains sensitiveelectrical components. Exposure to moistureor impact may cause permanent damage.
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.
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Many states and provinces haverestrictions for the use of remote start.Check your local and state or provinciallaws for specific requirements regardingremote start systems.
The remote start system will not work if:
•the ignition is on
•the alarm system is triggered
•you disable the feature
•the hood is open
•the transmission is not in P
•the vehicle battery voltage is too low
•the service engine soon indicator is on.
Remote Starting the Vehicle
Note:You must press each button withinthree seconds of each other. Your vehiclewill not remote start and the horn will notsound if you do not follow this sequence.
The label on your transmitter details thestarting procedure.
To remote start your vehicle:
1. Press the lock button to lock all thedoors.
2. Press the remote start button twice.The exterior lamps will flash twice.
The horn will sound if the system fails tostart.
Note:If you remote start your vehicle withan integrated keyhead transmitter, you mustswitch the ignition on before driving yourvehicle. If you remote start your vehicle withan intelligent access transmitter, you mustpress the START/STOP button on theinstrument panel once while applying thebrake pedal before driving your vehicle.
The power windows will not work duringthe remote start and the radio will not turnon automatically.
The parking lamps will remain on and thevehicle will run for 5, 10, or 15 minutes,depending on the setting.
Extending the Vehicle Run Time
Repeat Steps 1 and 2 with the vehicle stillrunning to extend the run time for anotherremote start duration. If the duration is setto last 10 minutes, the duration will extendby another 10 minutes. For example, if thevehicle had been running from the firstremote start for five minutes, the vehiclewill continue to run now for a total of 20minutes.
Wait at least five seconds before remotestarting after a vehicle shutdown.
Turning the Vehicle Off After RemoteStarting
Press the button once. Theparking lamps will turn off.
You may have to be closer to thevehicle than when starting due to groundreflection and the added noise of therunning vehicle.
You can disable or enable the remote startsystem through the information display.See (page 89).
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AUDIO UNIT - VEHICLES WITH:
AM/FM/CD/TOUCHSCREEN
DISPLAY
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.
Note:The MyFord Touch system controlsmost of the audio features. See MyFordTouch™ (page 374).
VOL and Power: Press this button to switch the system off and on. Turn it toadjust the volume.A
Eject: Press this button to eject a CD.B
CD slot: Insert a CD.C
TUNE: Turn this control to search through the radio frequency band manually.D
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ENTERTAINMENT
Message and DescriptionMessage
AMA
FMB
SIRIUSC
CDD
USBE
Touch this button to scroll down for more options, for exampleSD Card and USBF
These buttons change with the media mode you are in.G
Radio memory presets.H
Note:Some features may not be available in your area. Contact an authorized dealer formore information.
You can access these options using thetouchscreen or voice commands.AM/FM Radio
The following controls areavailable for AM/FM radio
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Troubleshooting tips
ActionCauseMessage
Contact SIRIUS at 1-888-539-7474 to resolve subscriptionissues.
Your satellite service is nolonger available.Questions? Call
1-888-539-7474
Use the channel guide to turnoff the Lock or Skip function onthat station.
All the channels in the selectedcategory are either skipped orlocked.
None found
Check Channel Guide
No action required.SIRIUS has updated the chan-nels available for your vehicle.Subscription Updated
SIRIUS Satellite Radio VoiceCommands
If you are listening to SIRIUSsatellite radio, press the voicebutton on the steering wheelcontrols. You will hear a prompt, you canthen say any of the commands in thefollowing table.
If you are not listening to SIRIUSsatellite radio, press the voice buttonand, after the tones press the voicebutton and when prompted say:
Voice command
Sirius
You can then say any of the followingor a similar command:
SAT 1
Voice command
Sports Games
Tune
Help
You can also say the name of any Siriusstation, such as “The Highway” or “DeepTracks”, to listen to that station.
CD
To access, press the lower left corneron the touchscreen, then select:
Menu Item
CD
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Capacities and Specifications - 6.8LTriton-30V - V10..........................................311Specifications.......................................................312Capacities and Specifications................303Car WashSee: Cleaning the Exterior..............................256Center Console..............................................139Removable Front Cupholders........................139Changing a Bulb...........................................249Replacing Brake/Tail/Turn/Reverse LampBulbs...................................................................251Replacing Cargo Lamp and Central HighMounted Brake Lamp Bulbs......................251Replacing Fog Lamp Bulbs............................250Replacing Front Clearance andIdentification Lamp Bulbs.........................250Replacing Front Park and DirectionIndicator Lamp Bulbs..................................250Replacing Headlamp Bulbs...........................250Replacing the License Plate LampBulb....................................................................252Changing a Fuse............................................231Fuses........................................................................231Changing a Road Wheel...........................290Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire AssemblyInformation.....................................................290Location of the Spare Tire and Tools..........291Removing the Spare Tire (With Spare TireCarrier Only)....................................................292Tire Change Procedure....................................293Changing the 12V Battery.........................245Battery Management System (IfEquipped)........................................................246Changing the Engine Air Filter................254Changing the Wiper Blades.....................247Checking MyKey System Status...............53Checking the Wiper Blades......................247Child Restraint and Safety BeltMaintenance.................................................36Child Safety.......................................................15General Information.............................................15Child Safety Locks..........................................27Child Seat Positioning..................................26Cleaning Leather Seats.............................259With King Ranch Edition.................................260Without King Ranch Edition..........................259Cleaning Products.......................................256Cleaning the Alloy Wheels........................261
Cleaning the Engine....................................257Cleaning the Exterior..................................256Exterior Chrome Parts.....................................256Exterior Plastic Parts.........................................257Stripes or Graphics............................................257Underbody............................................................257Cleaning the Instrument Panel andInstrument Cluster Lens........................259Cleaning the Interior...................................258Cleaning the Windows and WiperBlades...........................................................258Clearing All MyKeys.......................................53Climate............................................................428Climate Control Voice Commands..............431Climate Control..............................................110Climate Controlled Seats..........................125Cooled Seats........................................................126Heated Seats........................................................125Coolant CheckSee: Engine Coolant Check............................236Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator........45Creating a MyKey............................................52Programming/Changing ConfigurableSettings...............................................................52Cruise Control..................................................67Principle of Operation.......................................183Cruise controlSee: Using Cruise Control................................183Customer Assistance...................................217
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Data Recording..................................................9Event Data Recording...........................................9Service Data Recording........................................9Daytime Running Lamps.............................73Digital Radio..................................................323HD Radio Reception and StationTroubleshooting............................................324Direction Indicators........................................74Lane Change..........................................................74Driver and Passenger Airbags...................38Children and Airbags...........................................43Passenger Airbag On and Off Switch ..........38Proper Driver and Front Passenger SeatingAdjustment........................................................42Driving Aids.....................................................184Driving Hints...................................................207
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