2017 FORD F250 SUPER DUTY tow

To adjust your mirrors, make sure youswitch your vehicle on (with the ignition inaccessory mode or the engine running) andthen press the adjustment control toposition the mirrors.
Note:Moving the mirrors 10 or more timeswithin one minute, or repeated folding,unfolding and telescoping of the mirrorswhile holding the control down during fulltravel, may disable the system to protectthe motors from overheating. Waitapproximately three minutes with thevehicle running, and up to 10 minutes withthe vehicle off, for the system to reset andfor function to return to normal.
Loose Mirror
If your power-folding mirrors are manuallyfolded, they may not work properly evenafter you re-position them. You need toreset them if:
•The mirrors vibrate when you drive.
•The mirrors feel loose.
•The mirrors do not stay in the folded orunfolded position.
•One of the mirrors is not in its normaldriving position.
To reset the power-fold feature, use thepower-folding mirror control to fold andunfold the mirrors. You may hear a loudnoise as you reset the power-foldingmirrors. This sound is normal. Repeat thisprocess as needed each time the mirrorsare manually folded.
Heated Exterior Mirrors (If Equipped)
See Heated Windows and Mirrors (page150).
Memory Mirrors (If Equipped)
You can save and recall the mirrorpositions through the memory function.See Memory Function (page 157).
Direction Indicator Mirrors (If Equipped)
While the vehicle is running, theforward-facing portion of the appropriatemirror housing blinks when you switch onthe direction indicator.
Puddle Lamps (If Equipped)
The lamps on the bottom part of the mirrorhousing light when you use yourtransmitter to unlock the doors or whenyou open a door.
Clearance Lamps (If Equipped)
The lower, outer part of the mirror housingslight when you switch the headlamps orparking lamps on.
Spot Lamps (If Equipped)
The area lights are on the forward-facingportion of the mirror housing. You canswitch them on and off by using thecontrols located on the instrument panel.See Lighting (page 86).
Trailer Towing Camera System (If
Equipped)
See Rear View Camera (page 232).
Blind Spot Information System (If
Equipped)
See Blind Spot Information System(page 249).
INTERIOR MIRROR
WARNING
Do not adjust the mirror when yourvehicle is moving.
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Note:Do not clean the housing or glass ofany mirror with harsh abrasives, fuel or otherpetroleum or ammonia-based cleaningproducts.
You can adjust the interior mirror to yourpreference. Some mirrors also have asecond pivot point. This lets you move themirror head up or down and from side toside.
Pull the tab below the mirror toward youto reduce glare at night.
Auto-Dimming Mirror (If Equipped)
Note:Do not block the sensors on the frontand back of the mirror. Mirror performancemay be affected. A rear center passenger orraised rear center head restraint may alsoblock light from reaching the sensor.
The mirror will dim automatically to reduceglare when bright lights are detected frombehind your vehicle. It will automaticallyreturn to normal reflection when you selectreverse gear to make sure you have a clearview when backing up.
SLIDING WINDOWS (If Equipped)
Power Sliding Back Window (If
Equipped)
WARNINGS
When operating the power slidingback window, you must make sureall rear seat occupants and cargo arenot in the proximity of the back window.
Do not leave children unattended inyour vehicle and do not let them playwith the power sliding back window.They may seriously injure themselves.
The control is on the overhead console.
Press and hold the control to open thewindow. Pull and hold the control to closethe window.
SUN VISORS
Rotate the sun visor toward the sidewindow and extend it rearward for extrashade.
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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 your vehicle,turn off the engine and check the engineoil level. Add oil if needed. If the oil level iscorrect, have your vehicle checked by anauthorized dealer.
Engine Coolant TemperatureGauge
WARNING
Never remove the coolant reservoircap when the engine is running orhot.
Indicates engine coolant temperature. Atnormal operating temperature, the levelindicator will be in the normal range. If theengine coolant temperature exceeds thenormal range, stop your vehicle as soon assafely possible, switch off the engine andlet the engine cool.
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 thedistance to empty value reaches 50 mi(80 km) to empty, with additionalwarnings at 25 mi (40 km), 10 mi (20 km)and 0 mi (0 km) to empty, provided themessage is cleared each time. Anadditional warning at 75 mi (120 km) toempty is provided when the MyKey is beingused.
Variations:
Note:The distance-to-empty warning can appear at different fuel gauge positions dependingon fuel economy conditions. This variation is normal.
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Fuel gauge positionDistance-to-emptyDriving type (fuel economyconditions)
1/8th tank50 mi (80 km)Highway driving
1/4 tank50 mi (80 km)Severe duty driving (trailertowing, extended idle)
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). See Special OperatingConditions Scheduled Maintenance(page 581). Operating the transmission forextended periods with the gauge in thehigher than normal area may causeinternal transmission damage. You needto alter the severity of your drivingconditions to lower the transmissiontemperature into the normal range. If thegauge continues to show hightemperatures, see an authorized dealer.
Turbo Boost Gauge (If Equipped)
Indicates the amount of manifold airpressure in the engine.
DEF Gauge (If Equipped)
Indicates the current DEF level.
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.
Adaptive Cruise Control (If Equipped)
The speed control systemindicator light changes color toindicate what mode the systemis in. See Using Adaptive Cruise Control(page 240).
On (white light): Illuminates when theadaptive cruise control system is turnedon. Turns off when the speed controlsystem is turned off.
Engaged (green light): Illuminates whenthe adaptive cruise control system isengaged. Turns off when the speed controlsystem is disengaged.
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It also illuminates momentarily when youswitch the ignition on to confirm the lampis functional. If it does not illuminate whenyou switch the ignition on, or begins toflash at any time, have the system checkedby your authorized dealer.
Powertrain Malfunction/ReducedPower/Electronic Throttle Control
Illuminates when a powertrainor an 4WD fault has beendetected. Contact yourauthorized dealer as soon as possible.
Service Engine Soon
If the service engine soonindicator light stays illuminatedafter the engine is started, itindicates that the On-Board Diagnostics(OBD-II) system has detected amalfunction of the vehicle emissionscontrol system. Refer to On-BoardDiagnostics (OBD-II) in the Fuel andRefueling chapter for more informationabout having your vehicle serviced. SeeEmission Control System (page 196).
If the light is blinking, engine misfire isoccurring which could damage yourcatalytic converter. Drive in a moderatefashion (avoid heavy acceleration anddeceleration) and have your vehicleserviced immediately.
WARNING
Under engine misfire conditions,excessive exhaust temperaturescould damage the catalyticconverter, the fuel system, interior floorcoverings or other vehicle components,possibly causing a fire. Have your vehiclechecked as soon as possible.
The service engine soon indicator lightilluminates when the ignition is first turnedon prior to engine start to check the bulband to indicate whether the vehicle is readyfor Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing.
Normally, the service engine soon light willstay on until the engine is cranked, thenturn itself off if no malfunctions arepresent. However, if after 15 seconds theservice engine soon light blinks eight times,it means that the vehicle is not ready forI/M testing. See Emission ControlSystem (page 196).
Stability Control
Illuminates when the system isactive. If it remains illuminatedor does not illuminate when youswitch the ignition on, this indicates amalfunction. During a malfunction thesystem will switch off. Have the systemchecked by your authorized dealerimmediately. See Using StabilityControl (page 227).
Stability Control Off
Illuminates when you switch thesystem off. It will go out whenyou switch the system back onor when you switch the ignition off. SeeUsing Stability Control (page 227).
Transmission Tow/Haul (If Equipped)
Illuminates when the tow/haulfeature has been activated. If thelight flashes steadily, have thesystem serviced immediately, damage tothe transmission could occur.
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Settings
Select Your Setting911 Assist
Do NotDisturb
AdvanceTrac
Max Speed
Speed Minder
Vol. Limiter
Follow onscreen directions to confirm or modify yoursettings.Clear MyKeys
Select Your SettingUnitsDisplay Setup
Temperature
Tire Pressure
Language
Type 2
Main Menu
Display Mode
Trip/Fuel
Towing
Off Road
Settings
Display Mode
DTE
Dual Fuel Tanks
DEF Gauge
DEF Status
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Information Displays

Trip/Fuel
Select Your SettingCompass
Average Speed
Trip 1 or 2
•Shows the time, mileage and average fuel economy of an individual journey. Alsoshows DTE.
Fuel
•Fuel Economy - Shows your instantaneous fuel usage as a bar graph, average mpgand DTE.
•Fuel History - Shows your fuel usage based on time. The graph is updated each minutewith the fuel economy that you achieved during 30 minutes of driving. Also showsDTE.
Note:Press and hold OK to reset values.
Note:Once you select a trailer, it remains active until you set it as no longer active. An activetrailer still accumulates miles even after you physically disconnect it from your vehicle.
Towing
Provides trailer status information for theactive trailer: Trailer Blind Spot status,Trailer Reverse Guidance status, trailername, accumulated trailer miles, trailerbrake gain and output.
Trailer StatusTrailer Status
Provides status of the brake, park anddirection indicator light for the activetrailer.
Trailer Light Check
Displays the trailer tire pressure and options to customize the display.Trailer TirePressure
Trailer Sway ControlTrailerOptionsSelect Trailer
Follow onscreendirections toconfirm or modifyyour settings.
Rename TrailerChange Trailer Settings
Reset TrailerDistance
Change Blind SpotMeasure
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Towing
Add Trailer BlindSpot
Change TrailerSticker
Add Trailer Rev.Guidance
Select Your SettingChange Brake Type
Change Brake Effort
Delete Trailer
Select Your SettingChange TrailerSetup
Add TrailerAdd Trailer
Select Your SettingTrailer Brake Type
Trailer Brake Effort
Follow onscreendirections toconfirm or modifyyour settings.
Change TrailerSetup
Trailer Rev. Guid-ance
ConventionalConnection Checklist
Fifth Wheel
Gooseneck
Off Road
Off Road Status
Displays pitch, steering angle and roll.
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