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Introduction 4

Instrument Cluster 14

Warning lights and chimes 14 Gauges 21

Entertainment Systems 26

AM/FM stereo 26 AM/FM stereo with CD 28 AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD 35 Auxiliary input jack 42 USB port 44 Satellite radio information 48 Family entertainment system 51 Navigation system 79 SYNC威 79

Climate Controls 80

Heater only 80 Manual heating and air conditioning 81 Dual automatic temperature control 84

Lights 89

Headlamps 89 Turn signal control 94 Bulb replacement 95

Driver Controls 103

Windshield wiper/washer control 103 Steering wheel adjustment 104 Power windows 108 Mirrors 110 Speed control 116 Upfitter controls 121 Moon roof 122 Message center 127

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Locks and Security 155

Keys 155 Locks 155 Anti-theft system 168

Seating and Safety Restraints 172

Seating 172 Safety restraints 181 Airbags 193 Child restraints 202

Tires, Wheels and Loading 225

Tire information 227 Tire inflation 230 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 245 Vehicle loading 256 Trailer towing 262 Trailer brake controller-integrated 267 Recreational towing 274

Driving 275

Starting 275 Brakes 280 Traction Control™ 282 Transmission operation 285 Reverse sensing system 292 Reverse camera 294

Roadside Emergencies 315

Getting roadside assistance 315 Hazard flasher control 316 Fuel pump shut-off switch 317 Fuses and relays 318 Changing tires 327 Wheel lug nut torque 342 Jump starting 343 Wrecker towing 348

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Customer Assistance 350

Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 356 Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 356

Cleaning 357

Maintenance and Specifications 367

Engine compartment 369 Engine oil 372 Battery 375 Engine coolant 377 Fuel information 383 Air filter(s) 402 Part numbers 404 Maintenance product specifications and capacities 405 Engine data 409

Accessories 412

Index 414

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CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it.

For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website:

• In the United States: www.ford.com

• In Canada: www.ford.ca

• In Australia: www.ford.com.au

• In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx

Additional owner information is given in separate publications. This Owner’s Guide describes every option and model variant available

and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle. Furthermore, due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available.

Remember to pass on this Owner’s Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle.

WARNING: Fuel pump shut-off switch: In the event of an

accident the safety switch will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine. The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g. collision when parking). To reset the switch, refer to the Fuel pump shut-off switch in the Roadside Emergencies chapter.

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SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION

Warning symbols in this guide

How can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? In this guide, answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should be read and observed.

Warning symbols on your vehicle

When you see this symbol, it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind.

Protecting the environment

We must all play our part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards this aim. Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol.

CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and

certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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PERCHLORATE MATERIAL

Certain components of this vehicle such as airbag modules, seat belt pretensioners, and button cell batteries may contain Perchlorate Material – Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE

Your vehicle does not need an extensive break-in. Try not to drive continuously at the same speed for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of new vehicle operation. Vary your speed frequently in order to give the moving parts a chance to break in.

Drive your new vehicle at least 1,000 miles (1,600 km) before towing a trailer. For more detailed information about towing a trailer, refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.

Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils since these additives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on oil usage.

SPECIAL NOTICES

New Vehicle Limited Warranty

For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered by your vehicle’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty, refer to the Warranty Guide/Customer Information Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’s Guide.

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Service Data Recording

Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting and storing diagnostic information about your vehicle. This potentially includes information about the performance or status of various systems and modules in the vehicle, such as engine, throttle, steering or brake systems. In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may access vehicle diagnostic information through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing your vehicle. For U.S. only (if equipped), if you choose to use the SYNC威 Vehicle Health Report, you consent that certain diagnostic information may also be accessed electronically by Ford Motor Company and Ford authorized service facilities, and that the diagnostic information may be used for any purpose. See your SYNC威 supplement for more information.

Event Data Recording

Other modules in your vehicle — event data recorders — are capable of collecting and storing data during a crash or near crash event. The recorded information may assist in the investigation of such an event. The modules may record information about both the vehicle and the occupants, potentially including information such as:

• how various systems in your vehicle were operating;

• whether or not the driver and passenger seatbelts were buckled;

• how far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or the

brake pedal;

• how fast the vehicle was traveling; and

• where the driver was positioning the steering wheel.

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To access this information, special equipment must be directly connected to the recording modules. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder information without obtaining consent, unless pursuant to court order or where required by law enforcement, other government authorities or other third parties acting with lawful authority. Other parties may seek to access the information independently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada. Please note that once 911 Assist (if equipped) is enabled (set ON), 911 Assist may, through any paired and connected cell phone, disclose to emergency services that the vehicle has been in a crash involving the deployment of an airbag or, in certain vehicles, the activation of the fuel pump shut-off. Certain versions or updates to 911 Assist may also be capable of electronically or verbally disclosing to 911 operators the vehicle location, and/or other details about the vehicle or crash to assist 911 operators to provide the most appropriate emergency services. If you do not want to disclose this information, do not activate the feature. See your SYNC威 supplement for more information.

Vehicle Modification Data Recording

Some aftermarket products may cause severe engine and/or transmission damage; refer to the What is not covered section in The new vehicle

limited warranty for your vehicle chapter of your vehicle’s Warranty Guide for more information. Some vehicles are equipped with

Powertrain Control Systems that can detect and store information about vehicle modifications that increase horsepower and torque output; this information cannot be erased and will stay in the system’s memory even if the modification is removed. When a dealer or repair facility works on your vehicle, it may be necessary for them to access the information in the Powertrain Control System. This information will likely identify if any unauthorized modifications have been made to the system and may be used to determine if repairs will be covered by warranty.

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Special instructions

For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic controls.

WARNING: Please read the section Airbag Supplemental

Restraint System (SRS) in the Seating and Safety Restraints

chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury.

WARNING: Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats

should NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger airbag.

Cell phone use

The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasingly important in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However, drivers must not compromise their own or others’ safety when using such equipment. Mobile Communications can enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency situations. Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications equipment to avoid negating these benefits.

Mobile Communication Equipment includes, but is not limited to cellular phones, pagers, portable email devices, in-vehicle communications systems, telematics devices and portable two-way radios.

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle

control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle. Only use cell phones and other devices not essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so.

Notice to owners of diesel-powered vehicles

Read the 6.0 and 6.4 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplement for information regarding correct operation

and maintenance of your Diesel-powered light truck.

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Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles

WARNING: Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover

rate than other types of vehicles.

Before you drive your vehicle, please read this Owner’s Guide carefully. Your vehicle is not a passenger car. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury or death.

Using your vehicle with a snowplow

For more information and guidelines for using your vehicle with a snowplow, refer to the Driving chapter.

Using your vehicle as an ambulance

If your light truck is equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package, it may be utilized as an ambulance. Ford urges ambulance manufacturers to follow the recommendations of the Ford Incomplete

Vehicle Manual, Ford Truck Body Builder’s Layout Book and the Qualified Vehicle Modifiers (QVM) Guidelines as well as pertinent

supplements. For additional information, please contact the Truck Body Builders Advisory Service at 1–877–840–4338.

Use of your Ford light truck as an ambulance, without the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package voids the Ford New Vehicle Limited Warranty and may void the Emissions Warranties. In addition, ambulance usage without the preparation package could cause high underbody temperatures, overpressurized fuel and a risk of spraying fuel which could lead to fires.

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If your vehicle is equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package, it will be indicated on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. The label is located on the driver’s side door pillar or on the rear edge of the driver’s door. You can determine whether the ambulance manufacturer followed Ford’s recommendations by directly contacting that manufacturer. Ford Ambulance Preparation Package is only available on certain Diesel engine equipped vehicles.

Using your vehicle as a stationary power source (PTO)

Refer to the Driving chapter for more information and guidelines for operating a vehicle equipped with an aftermarket power take-off system.

Export unique (Non–United States/Canada) vehicle specific information

For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped with features and options that are different from the features and options that are described in this Owner’s Guide. A market unique supplement may be supplied that complements this book. By referring to the market unique supplement, if provided, you can properly identify those features, recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle. This Owner’s Guide is written primarily for the U.S. and Canadian Markets. Features or equipment listed as standard may be different on units built for Export. Refer to this Owner’s Guide for all other required

information and warnings.

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These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Safety Alert

Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front

Airbag - Side

Child Seat Tether Anchor

Anti-Lock Brake System Parking Brake System

Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based

Stability Control System Speed Control

Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher

Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment

See Owner’s Guide

Child Seat Lower Anchor

Brake System

Parking Aid System

Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe

Windshield Defrost/Demist

Rear Window Defrost/Demist

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Power Windows Front/Rear

Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock

Power Window Lockout

Interior Luggage Compartment Release

Panic Alarm Engine Oil

Engine Coolant

Engine Coolant Temperature

Do Not Open When Hot Battery

Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks

Battery Acid

Explosive Gas Fan Warning

Power Steering Fluid

Maintain Correct Fluid Level

Service Engine Soon Engine Air Filter

MAX

MIN

Passenger Compartment Air Filter

Check Fuel Cap

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Low Tire Pressure Warning

Instrument Cluster

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

Vehicles equipped with a manual transmission

Automatic transmission

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Harley-Davidson vehicles

Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions. Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulbs work. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, refer to the respective system warning light description for additional information.

Note: Some warning lights are reconfigurable telltale (RTT) indicator lights and will illuminate in the message center display and function the same as the warning light.

Service engine soon: The Service engine soon indicator light

illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the on position to check the bulb and to indicate whether the vehicle is ready for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing. Normally, the “Service engine soon” light will stay on until the engine is cranked, then turn itself off if no malfunctions are present. However, if after 15 seconds the “Service engine soon” light blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. See the Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Refer to On board diagnostics (OBD-II) in the Maintenance and Specifications

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chapter. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced immediately by your authorized dealer.

WARNING: Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust

temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.

Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the on position when the engine is not running, or in a position between on and start, or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the on position. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this time, seek service immediately from your authorized dealer. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately by your servicing authorized dealer.

WARNING: Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning

light on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle. Have the vehicle checked by your authorized dealer immediately. Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and the risk of personal injury.

Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated or continues to flash, a malfunction has been detected, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated.

BRAKE

ABS

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Airbag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when ignition is turned to on, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. A chime will sound when there is a malfunction in the indicator light.

Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A Belt-Minder威 chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt. Refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter to activate/deactivate the Belt-Minder威 chime feature.

Engine oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range. Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

Low tire pressure warning (if equipped): Illuminates when your

tire pressure is low. If the light remains on at start up or while driving, the tire pressure should be checked. Refer to Inflating Your Tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. When the ignition is first turned to on, the light will illuminate for three seconds to ensure the bulb is working. If the light does not turn on, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. For more information on this system, refer to Understanding Your Tire

Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.

Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly. If it stays on while the engine is running, there may be a malfunction with the charging system. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. This indicates a problem with the electrical system or a related component.

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Powertrain malfunction/Reduced power/Electronic throttle control (RTT): Displays when the

engine has defaulted to a “limp-home” operation or when a transmission problem has been detected and shifting may be restricted. If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer.

Traction Control™ (RTT) (if equipped): Displays when the

Traction Control™ system is active. If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. Refer to Traction Control™ in the Driving chapter for more information

Check fuel cap (RTT): Displays when the fuel cap may not be properly installed. Continued driving with this light on may cause the Service engine soon warning light to come on. Refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

Engine coolant temperature (RTT): Displays when the engine

coolant temperature is high. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let it cool. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the

engine is running or hot.

Low fuel (RTT): Displays when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near empty (refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter).

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Door ajar (RTT): Displays when the ignition is in the on position and any door is open.

Transmission Tow/Haul Feature (automatic transmission) (if equipped): The Tow Haul light

remains illuminated as long as the Tow/Haul feature is activated. Refer to the Driving chapter for transmission function and operation. If the light remains illuminated and will not cancel using the Tow/Haul switch located on the end of the gear shift lever, have the system serviced immediately or damage to the transmission could occur.

Four wheel drive low (if equipped): Illuminates when

four-wheel drive low is engaged.

4x4

LOW

Four wheel drive high (if equipped): Illuminates when

four-wheel drive high is engaged.

Anti-theft system: Flashes when the SecuriLock™ Passive Anti-theft System has been activated.

Speed control (if equipped):

Illuminates when the speed control is activated. Turns off when the speed control system is deactivated.

Turn signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If the indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb.

High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on.

4x4

HIGH

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If your vehicle is equipped with a diesel engine, it has some unique warning lights; refer to Instrument Cluster in your 6.0 and 6.4 Liter

Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplement for detailed information on their function.

Diesel warning lights:

• Glow plug pre-heat

• Waterinfuel

• Low oil pressure

Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the off or accessory position and the driver’s door is opened.

Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened.

Parking brake on warning chime: Sounds when the parking brake is set, the engine is running and the vehicle is driven more than 3 mph (5 km). If the warning remains on after the parking brake is off, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Turn signal chime: Sounds when the turn signal lever has been activated to signal a turn and not turned off after the vehicle is driven more than 2 miles (3.2 km).

Message center activation chime: Sounds when some warning messages appears in the message center display for the first time.

Overspeed chime (if equipped): Sounds when the vehicle speed reaches 75 mph (120 km/h) or higher.

Airbag secondary warning chime: Sounds to inform the driver, in the event that the airbag readiness warning lamp is inoperable, that there is a fault in the supplemental restraint system

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GAUGES

Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed.

Standard instrument cluster

Harley-Davidson instrument cluster

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Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant

temperature. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between “H” and “C”). If it enters the red section,

the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool.

WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the

engine is running or hot.

Odometer: Registers the total miles (kilometers) of the vehicle. Refer to

Standard message center or Optional message center in the Driver Controls chapter on how to

switch the display from Metric to English.

Trip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of individual journeys.

If equipped with a one button message center (Select/Reset),

press and release the SELECT/RESET button on the cluster to toggle between odometer and trip odometer display. To reset, press and hold for less than two seconds.

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If equipped with a three button message center, press and release the message center INFO button until TRIP A or TRIP B appears in the display. Press the RESET button to reset.

Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine.

Standard instrument cluster

Harley-Davidson instrument cluster

Engine hour meter (if equipped): Registers the

accumulated time the engine has been running. Press and release the message center INFO button until this is displayed.

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Engine oil pressure gauge:

Indicates engine oil pressure. The needle should stay in the normal operating range (between “L” and “H”). If the needle falls below the normal range, stop the vehicle, turn off the engine and check the engine oil level. Add oil if needed. If the oil level is correct, have your vehicle checked at your authorized dealer.

Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the ignition is in the on position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade. The FUEL icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located.

Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information.

Battery voltage gauge (manual transmission only): Indicates the

battery voltage when the ignition is in the on position. If the pointer moves and stays outside the normal operating range, have the vehicle’s electrical system checked as soon as possible.

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Transmission fluid temperature gauge (automatic transmission only): If the gauge is in the:

Normal area– the transmission

fluid is within the normal operating temperature (between “H” and “C”).

Yellow area– the transmission fluid is higher than normal operating temperature. This can be caused by special operating conditions (i.e. snowplowing, towing or off road use). Refer to Special Operating

Conditions in the scheduled maintenance information for

instructions. Operating the transmission for extended periods of time with the gauge in the yellow area may cause internal transmission damage.

Altering the severity of the operating conditions is recommended to lower the transmission temperature into the normal range.

Red area– the transmission fluid is overheating. Stop the vehicle to allow the temperature to return to normal range.

If the gauge is operating in the Yellow or Red area, stop the vehicle and verify the airflow is not restricted such as snow or debris blocking airflow through the grill. If the gauge continues to show high temperatures, see your authorized dealer.

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AUDIO SYSTEMS AM/FM stereo system (if equipped)

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle

The AM/FM stereo system does not contain rear speakers; only front driver side and passenger side speakers.

Accessory delay: Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay. With this feature, the window switches and radio may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition is turned off or until either front door is opened.

/ (Tuner): Press to

1. manually go up or down the radio

frequency. Press and hold for a fast advance through radio frequencies. Also use in AUDIO mode to gain access to various settings.

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2. AUDIO: Press AUDIO repeatedly to gain access to the following settings:

TREB (Treble): Press AUDIO to reach the treble setting.

Use

/ / SEEK .

BASS (Bass): Press AUDIO to reach the bass setting. Use

SEEK .

BAL (Balance): Press AUDIO to reach the balance setting.

Use

Setting the clock: Press and hold CLK until the hours start to flash, then use

again to make the minutes start to flash and use to adjust. Press CLK again to exit the clock setting mode.

3. SEEK: Press SEEK to access the previous/next strong

station.

4. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM1/FM2; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns. You may store up to six stations in each frequency band for a total of 18.

5. AM/FM: Press AM/FM to select AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band.

6. ON/OFF/Volume: Press VOL PUSH to turn ON/OFF. Turn VOL PUSH to increase/decrease volume.

/ / SEEK to adjust between the left and right speakers.

/ / SEEK to adjust. To adjust minutes, press CLK

/ / SEEK

/ /

7. CLK (Clock): Press CLK to toggle between the clock and radio frequency.

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AM/FM stereo single CD/satellite compatible sound system (if equipped)

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle

Accessory delay: Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay which allows you to operate the window switches and the audio for up to ten minutes after the ignition has been turned off or until either front door is opened.

/ : Press / to

1. manually go up or down the radio

frequency. Press and hold for a fast advance through radio frequencies.

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press next/previous channel.

Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

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2. (Phone): If your vehicle is equipped with SYNC威, press to access SYNC PHONE features. For

further information, please refer to supplemental information on SYNC威 included with your vehicle. If your vehicle is not equipped with SYNC威, the display will read NO PHONE.

3. MENU: Press MENU repeatedly to access to the following settings:

Setting the clock: Press MENU until SET HOUR or SET MINUTES is displayed. Use hours/minutes. SATELLITE RADIO MENU (if equipped): Press MENU when satellite

radio mode is active to access. Press OK to enter into the satellite radio menu. Press

/ / SEEK, SEEK to adjust the

/ to cycle through the following options:

• CATEGORY: Press OK to enter category mode. Press scroll through the list of available SIRIUS channel Categories (Pop,

Rock, News, etc.) Press OK when the desired category appears in the display. After a category is selected, press SEEK to search for that specific category of channels only (i.e. ROCK). You may also select CATEGORY ALL to seek all available SIRIUS categories and channels. Press OK to close and return to the main menu.

• SAVE SONG: Press OK to save the currently playing song title in the system’s memory. (If you try to save something other than a song, CANT SAVE will appear in the display.) When the chosen song is playing on any satellite radio channel, the system will alert you with an audible prompt. Press OK while SONG ALERT is in the display and the system will take you to the channel playing the desired song. You can save up to 20 song titles. If you attempt to save a song when the system is full, the display will read REPLACE SONG? Press OK to

access the saved songs and press songs. When the song appears in the display that you would like to

replace, press OK. SONG REPLACED will appear in the display.

• DELETE SONG: Press OK to delete a song title from the system’s memory. Press song title appears in the display that you would like to delete, press

/ to cycle through the saved songs. When the

/ to cycle through the saved

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OK. The song will appear in the display for confirmation. Press OK again and the display will read SONG DELETED. If you do not want

to delete the currently listed song, press RETURN or CANCEL.

Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO SONGS.

• DELETE ALL SONGS: Press OK to delete all songs from the system’s memory. The display will read ARE YOU SURE ? Press OK to confirm deletion of all saved songs and the display will read ALL DELETED. Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO SONGS.

• ENABLE ALERTS / DISABLE ALERTS: Press OK to enable/disable the satellite alert status which alerts you when your selected songs are playing on a satellite radio channel. (The system default is disabled.) SONG ALERTS ENABLED/DISABLED will appear in the display. The menu listing will display the opposite state. For example, if you have chosen to enable the song alerts, the menu listing will read DISABLE as the alerts are currently on, so your other option is to turn them off.

Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

AUTOSET: Press MENU until the display reads AUTOSET. Autoset allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your

original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2. Use SEEK, SEEK to turn on/off.

When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing. If there are less than six strong stations, the system will store the last one in the remaining presets.

BASS: Press MENU to reach the bass setting. Use SEEK

TREB (Treble): Press MENU to reach the treble setting. Use

to adjust.

/ / SEEK, SEEK to adjust.

/ to select either

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/ / SEEK,

BAL (Balance): Press MENU to reach the balance setting. Use (L) and right (R) speakers.

FADE: Press MENU to reach the fade setting. Use SEEK

speakers.

/ / SEEK, SEEK to adjust the audio between the left

to adjust the audio between the back (B) and front (F)

2009 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 3rd Printing USA (fus)

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