2017 FORD F250 SUPER DUTY ECO mode

Power Lumbar (If Equipped)
Multi-Contour Front Seats WithActive Motion (If Equipped)
Note:The massage system turns off after20 minutes.
Note:The engine must be running or thevehicle must be in accessory mode toactivate the seats.
Note:Allow a few seconds for any selectionto activate. When the seatback and cushionare both active, the massage will alternatebetween zones
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Lumbar and bolster modeMassage mode
Upper lumbarBack massage intensityadjustmentA
Lumbar decreaseMassage intensity decrease
and off*B
Lower lumbar**Cushion massage intensityadjustmentC
Lumbar increaseMassage intensity increaseD
-On and offE
*The massage feature defaults to analternating massage mode with backmassage intensity adjustment. The lumbarand bolster feature defaults to the middlelumbar mode.**Press C a second time to adjust the backbolster. Press C a third time to adjust thecushion bolster.
You can also adjust this feature throughthe touchscreen. When switched on, thesystem displays directions for you to adjustthe lumbar settings in your seat or to setthe massage function. To access and makeadjustments to the lumbar setting:
1.Press the Menu Settings icon > Vehicle> Multi-contour Seat.
2. Choose the desired seat to adjust.
3. Press the + or - to adjust the lumbarintensity.
To access and make adjustments to themassage setting:
1.Press the Menu Settings icon > Vehicle>Multi-contour Seat.
2. Choose the desired seat to adjust.
3. Press Off, Low or High.
MEMORY FUNCTION (If Equipped)
WARNINGS
Before activating the memory seat,make sure that the area immediatelysurrounding the seat is clear ofobstructions and that all occupants areclear of moving parts.
Do not use the memory functionwhen your vehicle is moving.
This feature automatically recalls theposition of the following:
•Driver seat.
•Power mirrors.
•Optional adjustable pedals.
The memory control is on the driver door.
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Seats

Press the heated seat symbol to cyclethrough the various heat settings and off.More indicator lights indicate warmersettings.
The heated seat module resets at everyignition run cycle. While the ignition is inthe on position, press the heated seatswitch to enable heating mode. Whenactivated, they turn off automatically whenyou switch off the engine.
CLIMATE CONTROLLED SEATS
(If Equipped)
Heated Seats
WARNING
People who are unable to feel painto their skin because of advancedage, chronic illness, diabetes, spinalcord injury, medication, alcohol use,exhaustion or other physical conditions,must exercise care when using the heatedseat. The heated seat may cause burnseven at low temperatures, especially ifused for long periods of time. Do not placeanything on the seat that insulates againstheat, such as a blanket or cushion. Thismay cause the heated seat to overheat.Do not puncture the seat with pins, needlesor other pointed objects. This may damagethe heating element which may cause theheated seat to overheat. An overheatedseat may cause serious personal injury.
Do not do the following:
•Place heavy objects on the seat.
•Operate the heated seat if water or anyother liquid spills on the seat. Allow theseat to dry thoroughly.
Note:The engine must be running to usethis feature.
Press the heated seat symbol to cyclethrough the various heat settings and off.More indicator lights indicate warmersettings.
Note:The heated seats may remain onafter you remote start your vehicle, basedon your remote start settings. The heatedseats may also turn on when you start yourvehicle if they were on when you switchedyour vehicle off.
Note:After 60 minutes of operation, theheated seats switch off. Press the heatedseat symbol to switch the heated seats on.
Cooled Seats
Note:The engine must be running to usethis feature.
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12 Volt DC Power Point
WARNINGS
Do not plug optional electricalaccessories into the cigar lightersocket. Incorrect use of the cigarlighter can cause damage not covered bythe vehicle warranty, and can result in fireor serious injury.
Do not use a power point foroperating a cigar lighter. Incorrectuse of the power points can causedamage not covered by the vehiclewarranty, and can result in fire or seriousinjury.
Note:When you switch the ignition on, youcan use the socket to power 12 voltappliances with a maximum current ratingof 20 amps.
Note:Do not plug in any device thatsupplies power to the vehicle through thepower points, this may result in damage tovehicle systems.
Note:Do not hang any accessory from theaccessory plug.
Note:Do not use the power point over thevehicle capacity of 12 volt DC 240 watts ora fuse may blow.
Note:Always keep the power point capsclosed when not in use.
Do not insert objects other than anaccessory plug into the power point. Thiswill damage the power point and blow thefuse.
Run the vehicle for full capacity use of thepower point.
To prevent the battery from running out ofcharge:
•Do not use the power point longer thannecessary when the vehicle is notrunning.
•Do not leave devices plugged inovernight or when you park your vehiclefor extended periods.
Locations
Power points may be in the followinglocations:
•On the instrument panel.
•Inside the center console.
•On the rear of the center console.
•Inside the front under-seat storagecompartment.
Note:Timed power points remain on for 30minutes if the vehicle is in accessory mode.If you switch the vehicle off, the timedpower points remain on for 75 minutes.
110 Volt - 400 Watt Capacity ACPower Outlet
WARNING
Do not keep electrical devicesplugged in the power point wheneverthe device is not in use. Do not useany extension cord with the 110 volt ACpower point, since it will defeat the safetyprotection design. Doing so may cause thepower point to overload due to poweringmultiple devices that can reach beyondthe 400 watt load limit and could result infire or serious injury.
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Auxiliary Power Points

When the indicator light on the power pointis:
•On: The power point is working, theignition is on and a device is pluggedin.
•Off: The power point is off, the ignitionis off or no device is plugged in.
•Flashing: The power point is in faultmode.
The power outlet temporarily turns offpower when in fault mode if the deviceexceeds the 400 watt limit. Unplug yourdevice and switch the ignition off. Switchthe ignition back on, but do not plug yourdevice back in. Let the system cool off andswitch the ignition off to reset the faultmode. Switch the ignition back on andmake sure the indicator light remains on.
You can use the 400 watt power outlet forthese types of electric devices:
•Electric hand drills.
•Rechargeable power tools.
•Video games.
•Laptops.
•Televisions.
Do not use the power point for certainelectric devices, including:
•Cathode-ray, tube-type televisions.
•Motor loads, such as vacuum cleaners,electric saws and other electric powertools or compressor-drivenrefrigerators.
•Measuring devices, which processprecise data, such as medicalequipment or measuring equipment.
•Other appliances requiring anextremely stable power supply such asmicrocomputer-controlled electricblankets or touch-sensor lamps.
Note:This feature works only when thevehicle is running.
Note:This feature has a maximum outputof 400 watts when the vehicle is in park (P).
Note:While in drive (D), the maximumoutlet output is 300 watts.
Note: When powering electric devices thatrequire more than 10 watts in vehiclesequipped with keyless start, the vehiclemust remain running. It does not allow youto switch the ignition off or switch theignition to accessory mode.
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KEYLESS STARTING (If Equipped)
Note:The system may not function if thepassive key is close to metal objects orelectronic devices, for example keys or a cellphone.
Note:A valid passive key must be locatedinside your vehicle to switch the ignition onand start your vehicle.
Ignition Modes
The keyless starting system has threemodes:
Off: Turns the ignition off.
•Without applying the brake pedal,press and release the button oncewhen the ignition is in the on mode, orwhen your vehicle is running but is notmoving.
On: All electrical circuits are operationaland the warning lamps and indicatorsilluminate.
•Without applying the brake pedal,press and release the button once.
Start: Starts your vehicle. The engine maynot start when your vehicle starts.
•Press the brake pedal, and then pressthe button for any length of time. Anindicator light on the button illuminateswhen the ignition is on and when yourvehicle starts.
STARTING A GASOLINE
ENGINE - 6.2L/6.8L
When you start the engine, the idle speedincreases. This helps to warm up theengine.
If the engine idle speed does not slowdown automatically, have your vehiclechecked by an authorized dealer.
Before starting the engine check thefollowing:
•Make sure all occupants have fastenedtheir safety belts.
•Make sure the headlamps andelectrical accessories are off.
•Make sure the parking brake is on.
•Move the transmission selector leverto position P.
•Turn the ignition key to the on position.
Note:Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1. Fully depress the brake pedal.
2. Turn the key to the start position tostart your vehicle.
3. When the engine starts, release thekey, then gradually release theaccelerator pedal as the engine speedincreases.
Note:The engine may continue crankingfor up to 15 seconds or until it starts.
Note:If you cannot start the engine on thefirst try, wait for a short period and try again.
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We recommend the following coldweather idling guidelines:
•You can use Motorcraft® cetaneimprovers or non-alcohol-basedcetane improvers from a reputablemanufacturer as needed.
•Maintain the engine cooling systemproperly.
•Avoid shutting the engine down afteran extensive idling period. Drive yourvehicle for several miles with theengine at normal operatingtemperatures under a moderate load.
•Consider using an engine block heater.
•For extended idle times use anapproved idle speed increase device.
Winter Operating Tips for ArcticOperation -20°F (-29°C) and Below
The following information is a guidelineonly and is not to be the only source ofpossible solutions in resolving extremecold temperature issues.
Starting Aids
WARNING
Do not use starting fluid, for exampleether, in the air intake system. Suchfluid could cause immediateexplosive damage to the engine andpossible personal injury.
The use of the factory engine block heaterassists in engine starting in extreme coldambient temperatures See Engine BlockHeater (page 181).
Idle Control
Your vehicle may have a factory option fora stationary elevated idle control throughthe upfitter switches in the overheadconsole. This allows the operator toelevate the idle RPM for extended idleperiods, as well as aftermarket equipmentsuch as PTO operation. You must configurethis feature even if ordered from thefactory. See your authorized dealer forrequired upfitting.
Operation in Snow and Rain
Vehicle operation in heavy snowfall orextreme rain conditions may feedexcessive amounts of snow or water intothe air intake system. This could plug theair filter with snow and may cause theengine to lose power and possibly shutdown.
We recommend the following actions afteroperating your vehicle up to 200 mi(320 km) in snowfall or extreme rain:
•Snow: At the earliest opportunity, openthe hood and clear all the snow and icefrom the air filter housing inlet (do notremove the foam filter) and reset theair filter restriction gauge.
Note:Removal of the foam filter degradesyour vehicle performance during snow andhot weather conditions.
•Extreme rain: The air filter dries afterabout 15–30 minutes at highwayspeeds. At the earliest opportunity,open the hood and reset the air filterrestriction gauge.
Refer to Air filter and restriction gauge inthe Maintenance chapter for moreinformation. See Changing the EngineAir Filter (page 357).
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Starting and Stopping the Engine

To help prolong engine life, werecommended you allow the engine to idlefor three to five minutes, especially afterany of the following:
•Continuous engine speed.
•High ambient temperature.
•High GVW or GCW operation, forexample heavy loads or trailers.
This allows the turbo charged engine tocool down.
ENGINE IDLE SHUTDOWN (If
Equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with anengine idle shutdown system. This systemautomatically shuts down your enginewhen it has been idling in P (Park) or N(Neutral) for five minutes (parking brakeset) or 15 minutes (parking brake not set).When the engine idle shutdown processhas started:
•A chime sounds and the informationdisplay will show ENGINE TURNS OFFIN 30 (seconds) and start countingdown
•You can restart the five or 15-minutetimer by changing the position of theaccelerator pedal, brake pedal or thepark brake within the final 30 seconds
•When the timer reaches zero, theengine shuts down and this messagewill appear in your information displayENGINE TURNED OFF
•One minute after the engine has shutdown, the electrical system simulateskey off, even though the ignition is stillin the on position, initiating normalaccessory delay period
•You must move the ignition to the offposition to reset the system beforerestarting your vehicle.
The engine idle shutdown idle timer doesnot start if:
•The engine is operating in powertake-off mode.
•The engine coolant temperature isbelow 60°F (16°C).
•The exhaust emission control device isregenerating.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (If
Equipped)
WARNINGS
Failure to follow engine block heaterinstructions could result in propertydamage or serious personal injury.
Do not use your heater withungrounded electrical systems ortwo-pronged adapters. There is a riskof electrical shock.
Note:The heater is most effective whenoutdoor temperatures are below 0°F(-18°C).
The heater acts as a starting aid bywarming the engine coolant. This allowsthe climate control system to respondquickly. The equipment includes a heaterelement (installed in the engine block) anda wire harness. You can connect thesystem to a grounded 120-volt ACelectrical source.
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