2016 FORD F450 SUPER DUTY towing

Fuel Consumption........................................147
Emission Control System..........................148
Transmission
Automatic Transmission.............................151
Power Take-Off.............................................156
Four-Wheel Drive
Using Four-Wheel Drive.............................158
Rear Axle
Limited Slip Differential.............................167
Electronic Locking Differential.................167
Brakes
General Information....................................169
Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes...........................................................169
Parking Brake.................................................170
Hill Start Assist..............................................170
Traction Control
Principle of Operation.................................172
Using Traction Control................................172
Stability Control
Principle of Operation.................................174
Using Stability Control................................174
Terrain Response
Principle of Operation..................................177
Using Hill Descent Control.........................177
Parking Aids
Parking Aid......................................................179
Rear View Camera.......................................180
Cruise Control
Principle of Operation.................................183
Using Cruise Control....................................183
Driving Aids
Steering............................................................184
Load Carrying
Load Limit.......................................................185
Towing
Towing a Trailer.............................................192
Trailer Sway Control....................................193
Recommended Towing Weights............193
Essential Towing Checks...........................196
Towing Points...............................................204
Transporting the Vehicle..........................205
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels......206
Driving Hints
Breaking-In.....................................................207
Economical Driving.....................................207
Driving Through Water..............................208
Floor Mats......................................................208
Snowplowing................................................209
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance...................................212
Hazard Warning Flashers...........................213
Fuel Shutoff....................................................213
Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................214
Post-Crash Alert System...........................216
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need................217
In California (U.S. Only).............................218
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) AutoLine Program (U.S. Only)......................219
Utilizing the Mediation/ArbitrationProgram (Canada Only)........................219
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada........................................................220
Ordering Additional Owner'sLiterature......................................................221
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Table of Contents

Power-Folding Mirrors (If Equipped)
1. Rotate the control so the dots line up.
2.Pull the control back to fold the mirrorsin or out.
Note:If you repeatedly fold and unfold themirrors several times within one minute, thesystem may disable to protect the motorsfrom overheating. It will reset to normalfunction automatically within three to fiveminutes.
You can also fold a mirror manually bypushing it toward the door window glass.After you manually adjust the mirror, youwill need to reset it.
To reset the power-folding mirror systemand return it to its normal function:
•Fold the mirror manually by pushing ittoward the door window glass.
•Use the power-fold control to fold andunfold the mirror two or three times.The mirror will make a sound as itresets.
Heated Exterior Mirrors (If Equipped)
See Heated Windows and Mirrors (page115).
Memory Mirrors (If Equipped)
You can save and recall the mirrorpositions through the memory function.See Memory Function (page 120).
Clearance Lamps (If Equipped)
The lower, outer part of the mirror housingslight when you switch the headlamps orparking lamps on.
Telescoping Mirrors (If Equipped)
This feature lets you extend the mirrorabout 3 inches (75 millimeters). It is usefulwhen towing a trailer. You can manuallypull out or push in the mirrors to the desiredposition.
PowerScope™ Power TelescopingMirrors (If Equipped)
This feature lets you position both mirrorsin or out at the same time. The control ison the door trim panel.
Telescope OutA
Telescope InB
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Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
Indicates engine oil pressure. The needleshould stay in the normal operating range(between L and H). If the needle fallsbelow the normal range, stop the vehicle,turn off the engine and check the engineoil level. Add oil if needed. If the oil level iscorrect, have your vehicle checked by yourauthorized dealer.
Engine Coolant TemperatureGauge
WARNING
Never remove the coolant reservoircap while the engine is running or hot.
Indicates engine coolant temperature. Atnormal operating temperature, the levelindicator will be in the normal range. If theengine coolant temperature exceeds thenormal range, stop the vehicle as soon assafely possible, switch off the engine andlet the engine cool.
Transmission Fluid TemperatureGauge
Indicates transmission fluid temperature.At normal operating temperature, the levelindicator will be in the normal range. If thetransmission fluid temperature exceedsthe normal range, stop the vehicle as soonas safely possible and verify the airflow isnot restricted such as snow or debrisblocking airflow through the grill. Also,higher than normal operating temperaturecan be caused by special operationconditions (i.e. snowplowing, towing oroff-road use). Refer to Special operatingconditions in the scheduled maintenanceinformation for instructions. Operating the
transmission for extended periods of timewith the gauge in the higher than normalarea may cause internal transmissiondamage. Altering the severity of the drivingconditions is recommended to lower thetransmission temperature into the normalrange. If the gauge continues to show hightemperatures, see your authorized dealer.
Fuel Gauge
Note:The fuel gauge may vary slightlywhen your vehicle is moving or on a gradient.
Switch the ignition on. The fuel gauge willindicate approximately how much fuel isleft in the fuel tank. The arrow adjacent tothe fuel pump symbol indicates on whichside of your vehicle the fuel filler door islocated.
The needle should move toward F whenyou refuel your vehicle. If the needle pointsto E after adding fuel, this indicates yourvehicle needs service soon.
After refueling some variability in needleposition is normal:
•It may take a short time for the needleto reach F after leaving the gas station.This is normal and depends upon theslope of pavement at the gas station.
•The fuel amount dispensed into thetank is a little less or more than thegauge indicated. This is normal anddepends upon the slope of pavementat the gas station.
•If the gas station nozzle shuts offbefore the tank is full, try a differentgas pump nozzle.
Low Fuel Reminder
A low fuel reminder triggers when the fuelgauge needle is at 1/16th.
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Instrument Cluster

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 (page 89).
Vehicle Settings and Personalization
See (page 89).
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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Fuel Hist.
Shows fuel usage as a bar graph based ontime. The graph is updated each minutewith the fuel economy that was achievedduring the prior 5, 10, 30 minutes of driving.
Truck Apps
In this mode, off-roadinformation depicted withgraphics and trailer towingapplication options are available.
Note:Some items are optional and maynot appear.
Truck Apps
Pitch and bank angle (in degrees)Off Road
Steering angle (in degrees)
Differential lock/unlock
Energy flow
ELD (Electronic Locking Differential)Press OK for Info
Hill Descent Control
4X4 System
Traction Control
AdvanceTrac + RSC
Active trailer name or default trailerTrailer
Accumulated trailer distance
Trailer gain and output
Trailer Disconnected
OptionsPress OK for options
Change Active Trailer
Adding a new trailer
Conventional, FifthWheel or GooseneckConnection Checklist (ifequipped)
Delete Trailer
Tow / Haul or TrailerBrake ControllerInformation Screen
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Settings
On or OffRear Park AidDriverAssistOn or OffCamera DelayRear Video Camera
Electric or Elect. OverHydraulicTrailer Brake ModeTrailer Brake
Light, Medium or HighTrailer Brake Effort
On or OffTrailer Sway Control
Off or XXX secondsAutolamp DelayVehicle
NormalDTE Calculation(distance to empty)Towing
On or OffEasy Entry/Exit
On or OffAutolockLocks
On or OffAutounlock
One Stage or TwoStageUnlocking
Hold OK if CoolantChangedCoolant (if equipped)Maintenance
Hold OK if Fuel FilterChangedFuel Filter (diesel only)
Settings (cont’d)
Standard or Memory OnMenu ControlVehicle(cont’d)Set to XXX% (Hold OK to Reset)Oil Life Reset
5, 10 or 15 minutesDurationRemote Start
Enable or DisableSystem
On or OffRemote OpenWindows
Courtesy Wipe - On or OffWiper Control
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Information Displays

ActionMessage
A correct trailer connection (a trailer with electric trailerbrakes) is sensed during a given ignition cycle.TRAILER CONNECTED
A trailer connection becomes disconnected, eitherintentionally or unintentionally, and has been sensedduring a given ignition cycle. Disregard this status ifyour vehicle is not equipped with a factory installedtrailer brake controller. This message may appear whenan aftermarket TBC is used even when the trailer isconnected.
TRAILER DISCONNECTED
Your trailer sway control has detected trailer sway soyou need to reduce your speed.TRAILER SWAY REDUCESPEED
Faults with your vehicle wiring and trailer wiring orbrake system. See Towing a Trailer (page 192).WIRING FAULT ON TRAILER
4WD
ActionMessage
A fault is present in your 4X4 system. See UsingFour-Wheel Drive (page 158).CHECK 4X4
Your 4X4 system is making a shift.4X4 SHIFT IN PROGRESS
You need to apply the brake in order to shift into4X4 LOW.FOR 4X4 LOW APPLY BRAKE
When your vehicle is at a stop and you need to shiftinto Neutral before you select 4X4 LOW.FOR 4X4 LOW SHIFT TO N
When your vehicle is moving and you need toreduce your speed to select 4X4 LOW.FOR 4X4 LOW SLOW TO 3 MPH
You select 2WD and need to apply the brakes inorder to exit 4X4 LOW.TO EXIT 4X4 LOW APPLY BRAKE
You select 2WD while your vehicle is at a stop in4X4 LOW and you need to shift into Neutral.TO EXIT 4X4 LOW SHIFT TO N
You select 2WD while your vehicle is operating in4X4 LOW and you need to reduce your speed.TO EXIT 4X4 LOW SLOW TO 3MPH
May display when shifting to or from 4X4 LOW.SHIFT DELAYED PULL FORWARD
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Information Displays

Results are most accurate when the fillingmethod is consistent.
Calculating Fuel Economy
Do not measure fuel economy during thefirst 1000 miles (1600 kilometers) ofdriving (this is your engine’s break-inperiod); a more accurate measurement isobtained after 2000 miles - 3000 miles(3200 kilometers - 4800 kilometers). Also,fuel expense, frequency of fill ups or fuelgauge readings are not accurate ways tomeasure fuel economy.
1.Fill the fuel tank completely and recordthe initial odometer reading.
2. Each time you fill the tank, record theamount of fuel added.
3.After at least 3 to 5 tank fill ups, fill thefuel tank and record the currentodometer reading.
4. Subtract your initial odometer readingfrom the current odometer reading.
5. Calculate fuel economy by dividingmiles traveled by gallons used (ForMetric: Multiply liters used by 100, thendivide by kilometers traveled).
Keep a record for at least 1 month andrecord the type of driving (city or highway).This provides an accurate estimate of thevehicle’s fuel economy under currentdriving conditions. Additionally, keepingrecords during summer and winter showhow temperature impacts fuel economy.In general, lower temperatures mean lowerfuel economy.
Conditions
•Heavily loading a vehicle or towing atrailer may reduce fuel economy at anyspeed.
•Carrying unnecessary weight mayreduce fuel economy (approximately1 mpg [0.4 km/L] is lost for every 400pounds [180 kilograms] of weightcarried).
•Adding certain accessories to yourvehicle (for example bug deflectors,rollbars/light bars, running boards, skiracks) may reduce fuel economy.
•Using fuel blended with alcohol maylower fuel economy.
•Fuel economy may decrease with lowertemperatures during the first 8–10miles (12–16 kilometers) of driving.
•Driving on flat terrain offers improvedfuel economy as compared to drivingon hilly terrain.
•Transmissions give their best fueleconomy when operated in the topcruise gear and with steady pressureon the gas pedal.
•Close windows for high speed driving.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
WARNINGS
Do not park, idle, or drive your vehiclein dry grass or other dry ground cover.The emission system heats up theengine compartment and exhaust system,which can start a fire.
Exhaust leaks may result in entry ofharmful and potentially lethal fumesinto the passenger compartment. Ifyou smell exhaust fumes inside yourvehicle, have your dealer inspect yourvehicle immediately. Do not drive if yousmell exhaust fumes.
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Fuel and Refueling