2020 FORD F-450 warning

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Part Number: 201909 20200716184112
California Proposition 65
WARNING: Operating, servicing and
maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-highway
motor vehicle can expose you to chemicals
including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide,
phthalates, and lead, which are known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize
exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the
engine except as necessary, service your vehicle
in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash
your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle.
For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle. WARNING:
Battery posts, terminals and
related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
Wash your hands after handling
.

Introduction
About This Manual
..........................................7
Symbols Glossary ............................................
8
Data Recording ...............................................
10
Perchlorate .......................................................
14
Ford Credit ........................................................
14
Replacement Parts Recommendation ........................................................................\
...
14
Special Notices ...............................................
15
Mobile Communications Equipment ........................................................................\
...
16
Export Unique Options ................................
16
Environment
Protecting the Environment .......................
17
At a Glance
Instrument Panel ...........................................
18
Child Safety
General Information .....................................
20
Installing Child Restraints ..........................
22
Booster Seats ..................................................
31
Child Restraint Positioning ........................
33
Child Safety Locks ........................................
35
Seatbelts
Principle of Operation .................................
36
Fastening the Seatbelts ..............................
37
Seatbelt Height Adjustment ....................
40
Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime ............................................................
40
Seatbelt Reminder ........................................
41
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance ...............................................
42
Seatbelt Extensions .....................................
42
Supplementary Restraints System
Principle of Operation .................................
43Driver and Passenger Airbags
..................
44
Side Airbags ....................................................
49
Safety Canopy ™...........................................
50
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator ........
51
Airbag Disposal ..............................................
52
Keys and Remote Controls
General Information on Radio Frequencies .................................................
53
Remote Control .............................................
53
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control ........................................................................\
..
59
MyKey ™
Principle of Operation .................................
60
Creating a MyKey ...........................................
61
Clearing All MyKeys ......................................
62
Checking MyKey System Status ..............
63
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems ........................................................
63
MyKey – Troubleshooting ..........................
63
Doors and Locks
Locking and Unlocking ................................
65
Keyless Entry ..................................................
68
Tailgate
Tailgate Lock ...................................................
70
Electronic Tailgate ........................................
70
Removing the Tailgate ..................................
71
Tailgate Step ....................................................
71
Bed Extender ...................................................
72
Security
Passive Anti-Theft System ........................
75
Anti-Theft Alarm ...........................................
75
Power Running Boards
Using Power Running Boards ....................
77
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Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles
With: Manual Adjustable Steering
Column ..........................................................79
Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles With: Power Adjustable Steering
Column ..........................................................
79
Audio Control .................................................
80
Voice Control ...................................................
81
Cruise Control - Vehicles With: Cruise Control ...........................................................
81
Cruise Control - Vehicles With: Adaptive Cruise Control ..............................................
81
Information Display Control .......................
81
Heated Steering Wheel ...............................
81
Horn ....................................................................
82
Adjustable Pedals
Adjusting the Pedals ....................................
83
Wipers and Washers
Windshield Wipers .......................................
84
Autowipers ......................................................
84
Windshield Washers ....................................
85
Lighting
General Information ....................................
86
Lighting Control .............................................
86
Autolamps .......................................................
87
Instrument Lighting Dimmer .....................
87
Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With: Configurable Daytime Running Lamps
........................................................................\
...
87
Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With: Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) .........
88
Front Fog Lamps ...........................................
88
Direction Indicators ......................................
89
Spot Lamps ....................................................
89
Interior Lamps ................................................
89
Ambient Lighting ..........................................
90
Cargo Lamps ..................................................
90Automatic High Beam Control
What Is Automatic High Beam Control
........................................................................\
..
92
Switching Automatic High Beam Control On and Off ...................................................
92
Automatic High Beam Control Indicators ........................................................................\
..
92
Overriding Automatic High Beam Control ........................................................................\
..
92
Windows and Mirrors
Power Windows ............................................
94
Global Opening ..............................................
95
Exterior Mirrors ...............................................
95
Interior Mirror ..................................................
98
Sliding Windows ...........................................
98
Sun Visors ........................................................
99
Moonroof .........................................................
99
Instrument Cluster
Gauges .............................................................
101
Warning Lamps and Indicators ..............
104
Audible Warnings and Indicators ..........
108
Information Displays
General Information ...................................
109
Information Messages ...............................
120
Climate Control
Manual Climate Control ............................
139
Automatic Climate Control .....................
140
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate - Vehicles With: Automatic
Temperature Control ..............................
142
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate - Vehicles With: Manual Temperature
Control .........................................................
143
Heated Windshield .....................................
144
Heated Rear Window .................................
144
Heated Exterior Mirrors .............................
144
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Using Traction Control
...............................221
Stability Control
Principle of Operation ...............................
222
Using Stability Control ..............................
223
Trail Control
What Is Trail Control ..................................
225
Switching Trail Control On and Off ......
225
Setting the Trail Control Speed .............
225
Canceling the Set Speed .........................
225
Trail Control Indicators ..............................
225
Terrain Control
Principle of Operation ...............................
226
Using Hill Descent Control ......................
226
Parking Aids
Principle of Operation ...............................
228
Rear Parking Aid ..........................................
228
Rear View Camera ......................................
229
360 Degree Camera ..................................
232
Cruise Control
What Is Cruise Control ..............................
236
Switching Cruise Control On and Off ........................................................................\
236
Setting the Cruise Control Speed .........
236
Canceling the Set Speed ..........................
237
Resuming the Set Speed ..........................
237
Cruise Control Indicators ..........................
237
Using Adaptive Cruise Control ...............
237
Driving Aids
Driver Alert ....................................................
244
Lane Keeping System ...............................
245
Blind Spot Information System ............
248
Cross Traffic Alert .......................................
253
Steering ..........................................................
256Pre-Collision Assist
....................................
258
Drive Control .................................................
262
Load Carrying
Load Limit .....................................................
265
Bed Ramps ...................................................
269
Towing
Towing a Trailer ............................................
272
Trailer Reversing Aids ................................
274
Trailer Sway Control ..................................
290
Recommended Towing Weights ..........
290
Essential Towing Checks .........................
295
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels .....
304
Driving Hints
Economical Driving ....................................
307
Off-Road Driving .........................................
307
Breaking-In .....................................................
310
Driving Through Water ..............................
310
Snow Plowing ................................................
311
Floor Mats .......................................................
313
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance ..................................
315
Hazard Flashers ...........................................
316
Fire Extinguisher ...........................................
316
Warning Triangle ..........................................
316
Fuel Shutoff ...................................................
316
Jump Starting the Vehicle .........................
317
Post-Crash Alert System ..........................
319
Transporting the Vehicle ...........................
319
Towing Points ..............................................
320
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need ..............
322
In California (U.S. Only) ............................
323
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only) .....................
324
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Thank you for choosing Ford. We
recommend that you take some time to
get to know your vehicle by reading this
manual. The more that you know about
your vehicle, the greater the safety and
pleasure you will get from driving it.
WARNING: Driving while distracted
can result in loss of vehicle control, crash
and injury. We strongly recommend that
you use extreme caution when using any
device that may take your focus off the
road. Your primary responsibility is the
safe operation of your vehicle. We
recommend against the use of any
hand-held device while driving and
encourage the use of voice-operated
systems when possible. Make sure you
are aware of all applicable local laws
that may affect the use of electronic
devices while driving.
Note: This manual describes product
features and options available throughout
the range of available models, sometimes
even before they are generally available. It
may describe options that are not on your
vehicle. It is possible that either Ford Motor
Company or an authorized Ford dealer may
have originally sold an incomplete vehicle
to a vehicle modifier who upfitted it. As a
result, some of the options and features on
this vehicle may differ from what we
describe in this manual.
Note: Some of the illustrations in this
manual may show features as used in
different models, so they may appear
differently to you on your vehicle.
Note: Always use and operate your vehicle
in line with all applicable laws and
regulations. Note:
Pass on this manual when selling
your vehicle. It is an integral part of the
vehicle.
Note: Your vehicle ’s powertrain control
systems can detect and store information
about vehicle modifications that increase
horsepower and torque output such as
whether or not performance-enhancing
powertrain components commonly referred
to as performance chips have been used.
This information will stay in the system ’s
memory and cannot be erased even if the
modification is removed. Ford Motor
Company, Ford of Canada, Ford of Mexico
and service or repair facilities can retrieve
this information when servicing your vehicle.
Ford Motor Company may use this
information to determine if your warranty
covers any needed repairs.
Note: Some aftermarket products may
cause severe engine, transmission and
exhaust system damage. See your warranty
information for more details.
Your new diesel engine may feel, drive and
function somewhat differently than a
gasoline engine. Therefore, it is very
important that you read and thoroughly
familiarize yourself and others operating
the vehicle with this guide. There is a
special procedure for turning off the diesel
engine. See Starting a Diesel Engine
(page 171). It is important to read and
understand this material in order to
maintain the best service life for your
engine.
Ford may discontinue models or change
specifications without any notice and
without incurring obligations.
This manual may qualify the location of a
component as left-hand side or right-hand
side. The side is determined when facing
forward in the seat.
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Right-hand side
A
Left-hand side
B
Note: Throughout this guide, you will find
warnings identified by the warning symbol.
Warnings remind you to be especially
careful to reduce the risk of personal injury.
SYMBOLS GLOSSARY
These are some of the symbols you may
see on your vehicle. Air conditioning system
Air conditioning system lubricant
type
Anti-lock braking system
Avoid smoking, flames or sparks
Battery
Battery acid Brake fluid - non petroleum
based
Brake system
Brake system
Cabin air filter
Check fuel cap
Child safety door lock or unlock
Child seat lower anchor
Child seat tether anchor
Cruise control
Do not open when hot
Engine air filter
Engine coolant
Engine coolant temperature
Engine oil
Explosive gas
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Fan warning
Fasten seatbelt
Flammable
Front airbag
Front fog lamps
Fuel pump reset
Fuse compartment
Hazard flashers
Heated rear window
Windshield defrosting system
Interior luggage compartment
release
Jack
Keep out of reach of children
Lighting control
Low tire pressure warning Maintain correct fluid level
Note operating instructions
Horn control
Panic alarm
Parking aid
Parking brake
Power steering fluid
Power windows front/rear
Power window lockout
Requires registered technician
Safety alert
See Owner's Manual
See Service Manual
Service engine soon
Passenger airbag activated
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Passenger airbag deactivated
Side airbag
Shield the eyes
Stability control
Hill descent control
Trail control
Windshield wiping system
Windshield wash and wipe
DATA RECORDING WARNING: Do not connect
wireless plug-in devices to the data link
connector. Unauthorized third parties
could gain access to vehicle data and
impair the performance of safety related
systems. Only allow repair facilities that
follow our service and repair instructions
to connect their equipment to the data
link connector.
We respect your privacy and are
committed to protecting it. The
information contained in this publication
was correct at the time of going to print,
but as technology rapidly changes, we
recommend that you visit the regional Ford
website for the latest information. Your vehicle has electronic control units
that have data recording functionality and
the ability to permanently or temporarily
store data. This data could include
information on the condition and status of
your vehicle, vehicle maintenance
requirements, events and malfunctions.
The types of data that can be recorded are
described in this section. Some of the data
recorded is stored in event logs or error
logs.
Note:
Error logs are reset following a service
or repair.
Note: We may provide information in
response to requests from law enforcement,
other government authorities and third
parties acting with lawful authority or
through a legal process. Such information
could be used by them in legal proceedings.
Data recorded includes, for example:
• Operating states of system
components, for example, fuel level,
tire pressure and battery charge level.
• Vehicle and component status, for
example, wheel speed, deceleration,
lateral acceleration and seatbelt
status.
• Events or errors in essential systems,
for example, headlamps and brakes.
• System responses to driving situations,
for example, airbag deployment and
stability control.
• Environmental conditions, for example,
temperature.
Some of this data, when used in
combination with other information, for
example, an accident report, damage to a
vehicle or eyewitness statements, could
be associated with a specific person.
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