Ford F-250 2000, F-550 2000 Owner Manual

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	Contents
Before driving

Introduction	2


Instrumentation	8


Controls and features	25


Seating and safety restraints	72

Starting and driving

Starting	104


Driving	109


Roadside emergencies	145

Servicing

Maintenance and care	172


Capacities and specifications	222


Customer assistance	234


Reporting safety defects	246


Index	247

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Introduction

The following warning may be required by California law:

CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning

Engine exhaust, some if its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of

California to cause cancer, or birth defects or other reproductive harm.

ICONS

Indicates a safety alert. Read the following section on Warnings.

Indicates vehicle information related to recycling and other environmental concerns will follow.

Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste

cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards protecting the environment.

Indicates a message regarding child safety restraints. Refer to Seating and safety restraints for more information.

Indicates that this Owner Guide contains information on this subject. Please refer to the Index to locate the appropriate section which will provide you more information.

Introduction

WARNINGS

Warnings provide information which may reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others, your vehicle and its equipment.

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE

There are no particular breaking-in rules for your vehicle. During the first 1 600 km (1 000 miles) of driving, vary speeds frequently. This is necessary to give the moving parts a chance to break in.

INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE

The information found in this guide was in effect at the time of printing. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation.

SPECIAL NOTICES

Notice to owners of diesel-powered vehicles

Read the 7.3 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplement for information regarding correct operation and maintenance of your diesel-powered light truck.

Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles

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 control or an accident.

Be sure to read Driving off road in the Driving chapter as well as the “Four Wheeling” supplement included with 4WD and utility type vehicles.

Introduction

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 QVM guidelines as well as pertinent supplements. For additional information, please contact the Truck Body Builders Advisory Service 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.

Introduction

If your vehicle is equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package, it will be indicated on the 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 7.3L Diesel engine equipped vehicles.

Notice to owners with vehicles equipped with Power Take Off (PTO) capability

Refer to the Driving chapter for more information and guidelines for operating vehicles equipped with PTO.

Introduction

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

	Vehicle Symbol Glossary
	Safety Alert	See Owner’s Guide
	Fasten Safety Belt	Air Bag-Front
	Air Bag-Side	Child Seat
	Child Seat Installation	Child Seat Tether
	Warning	Anchorage
	Brake System	Anti-Lock Brake System
	Brake Fluid -	Traction Control
	Non-Petroleum Based	Traction Control
	Non-Petroleum Based
	Master Lighting Switch	Hazard Warning Flasher
	Fog Lamps-Front	Fuse Compartment
	Fuel Pump Reset	Windshield Wash/Wipe
	Windshield	Rear Window
	Defrost/Demist	Defrost/Demist

Power Windows

Power Window Lockout

Front/Rear

Introduction

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Child Safety Door

Interior Luggage

Lock/Unlock

Compartment Release

Symbol

Panic Alarm

Engine Oil

Engine Coolant

Temperature

Do Not Open When Hot

Battery

Avoid Smoking, Flames,

Battery Acid

or Sparks

Explosive Gas

Fan Warning

Power Steering Fluid

Maintain Correct Fluid

Level

	Emission System	Engine Air Filter
	Passenger Compartment	Jack
	Air Filter	Jack
	Air Filter

MAX

MIN

Ford F-250 2000, F-550 2000 Owner Manual

Instrumentation

Instrument cluster

(pg. 10)

Speed control* Turn signal and (pg. 56)

wiper/washer control (pg. 61)

			50	60
FUEL FILL		40		70		3
LOW				70		3		4
FUEL	30		80		2
F			80	100	2
			60	100	80
			60	120	80
H				120
E	20	40	0 0 0 0 0 0		90 1			5
E	20	40		140				5
L				140
H	10	20		0 km/h 160			ABS		CRUISE
H			MPH 0 0 0		100 0
18			MPH 0 0 0		100 0	RPM X1000		6
C	0							6
C			P R N D	2 1	SERVICE	LOW		BRAKE
8			P R N D	2 1	ENGINE	LOW	4 X 4	!	DOOR
					SOON	RANGE	4 X 4	!	AJAR

PANEL

DIM

	RES
ON	SET
	ACCEL
OFF	COAST

Headlamp control (pg. 25)

	Instrument panel
	dimmer switch	Driver air bag
	(pg. 26)	Driver air bag
	(pg. 26)	(pg. 88)
		(pg. 88)

* if equipped

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Electronic sound system (pg. 32)

Gearshift lever* (pg. 114)

VE
RDRI
OVE
4X4	4X4
WD HIGH LOW

VOL - PUSH ON

	AM		FM1	ST		CLK
	BASS TREB		FM1	ST		CLK
	BASS TREB			BAL	FADE
	FM			BAL	FADE	TAPE
	FM					TAPE
						AMS
	SEEK
	SCAN	EJ			SIDE	1 - 2
	TUNE				REW	FF
1	2	3	4	5	6
				OFF

PASSENGER AIR BAG

OFF

Auxiliary

	Passenger air bag	power point
	deactivate switch	power point
	deactivate switch	(pg. 27)
	(pg. 92)	(pg. 27)
Climate control system	(pg. 92)
Climate control system
(pg. 27)
4WD selector*
(pg. 123)

SERVICE

ENGINE

SOON

LOW

FUEL

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WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

			50	60
FUEL FILL		40		70		3
LOW				70		3		4
FUEL	30		80		2
F			80	100	2
F			60	100	80
H			60	120	80
H				120
E	20	40	0 0 0 0 0 0		90 1			5
E	20	40		140				5
L				140
H	10	20		0 km/h 160			ABS		CRUISE
H			MPH 0 0 0		100 0
18			MPH 0 0 0		100 0	RPM X1000		6
C	0							6
C			P R N D	2 1	SERVICE	LOW		BRAKE	DOOR
8					SERVICE			BRAKE
8					ENGINE		4 X 4	!
					SOON	RANGE		!	AJAR

Low fuel

Illuminates as an early reminder of a

low fuel condition indicated on the fuel gauge (refer to Fuel Gauge in

this chapter for more information). When refueling, after the light

comes on, the amount of fuel that is added will be less than the advertised capacity since there is fuel still in the tank. The ignition must be in the ON position for this lamp to illuminate. The lamp will also illuminate for several seconds after the ignition is turned to the ON position regardless of the fuel level to ensure your bulb is working.

Service engine soon

Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine’s emission control system. This system is commonly known as the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD II). The OBD II system protects the

environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet government emission standards. The OBD II system also assists the service technician in properly servicing your vehicle.

The Service Engine Soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb. If it comes on after the engine is started, one of the engine’s emission control systems may be malfunctioning. The light may illuminate without a driveability concern being noted. The vehicle will usually be drivable and will not require towing.

SERVICE

ENGINE

SOON

Instrumentation

What you should do if the Service Engine Soon light illuminates

Light turns on solid:

This means that the OBD II system has detected a malfunction.

Temporary malfunctions may cause your Service Engine Soon light to illuminate. Examples are:

1.The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine may misfire or run poorly.)

2.Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel.

3.The fuel cap may not have been properly installed and securely tightened.

These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with high quality fuel of the recommended octane and/or properly installing and securely tightening the gas cap. After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the Service Engine Soon light should turn off. (A driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city/highway driving.) No additional vehicle service is required.

If the Service Engine Soon light remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity.

Light is blinking:

Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. You should drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity.

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.

Service engine soon (California only)

Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine’s emission control system. This system is commonly known as the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD II). This OBD II system protects the

environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet

Instrumentation

government emission standards. The OBD II system also assists the service technician in properly servicing your vehicle.

What you should do if the Service Engine Soon light illuminates

Light turns on solid:

This means that the OBD II system has detected a malfunction.

Temporary malfunctions may cause your Service Engine Soon light to illuminate. Examples are:

1.The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine may misfire or run poorly.)

2.Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel.

3.The fuel cap may not have been properly installed and securely tightened.

If the Service Engine Soon light remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity.

Light is blinking:

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.

Instrumentation

Air bag readiness

Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned ON. If the light fails to illuminate, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately.

Transmission control indicator light (TCIL)

Illuminates when the Transmission

Control Switch (TCS), refer to

Overdrive control in the Controls OVERDRIVE and Features chapter, has been

pushed turning the transmission

overdrive function OFF. When the TCIL (the word OFF on the gear shift) light is on, the transmission does not operate in the overdrive mode, refer to the Driving chapter for transmission function and operation.

The light may also flash steadily if a transmission malfunction is detected. If the light does not come on when the Transmission Control Switch is depressed or if the light flashes steadily, have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, damage to the transmission could occur.

Safety belt

Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position to remind you to fasten your safety belts. For more information, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter.

Brake system warning

Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON

position. Also illuminates if the parking brake is engaged. If the

brake warning lamp does not

illuminate at these times, seek service immediately. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately.

LOW

RANGE

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Anti-lock brake system (ABS)

Momentarily illuminates when the

ignition is turned to the ON ABS position. If the light remains on,

continues to flash or fails to illuminate, have the system serviced

immediately. With the ABS light on, the anti-lock brake system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning light also remains illuminated with the parking brake released.

Turn signal

Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If one or both of the indicators stay on continuously or flash faster, check for a burned-out

turn signal bulb. Refer to Exterior bulbs in the Maintenance and care chapter.

High beams

Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on.

Charging system

Illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position and the engine is off. The light also illuminates when the battery is not charging properly, requiring electrical system service.

Four wheel drive low (if equipped)

Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the START position. Illuminates when four-wheel drive low is engaged. If

the light continues to flash have the system serviced.

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	Four wheel drive indicator (if equipped)
	Momentarily illuminates when the	4x4
	ignition is turned to the START	4x4
	ignition is turned to the START

position. Illuminates when 4x4 range

is engaged. If the light continues to flash have the system serviced.

Door ajar

Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON or START position and any door is open.

Oil pressure/Engine coolant

This light will illuminate when the ignition is in the ON position and the:

•engine coolant temperature is very high

•engine oil pressure is low

•engine is off

DOOR AJAR

The light serves as a notice that a system needs your attention and to check the engine coolant temperature gauge and the engine oil pressure gauge.

Refer to Engine coolant temperature gauge and Engine oil pressure gauge in this chapter for more information.

Speed control
•Standard analog instrument cluster	CRUISE

This light comes on when either the COAST/SET or RES/ACCEL controls

are pressed. It turns off when the cruise cancel control is pressed, the brake is applied or the ignition is turned to the OFF position.

•Optional electronic instrument	CRUISE
cluster
The “CRUISE” light comes on when
the ON control is pressed.

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The “SET” light comes on when either the COAST/SET or RES/ACCEL controls are pressed. The “SET” light turns off when the cruise cancel control is pressed or the brake is applied. Both the “CRUISE” and “SET” lights turn off when the OFF control is pressed or the ignition is turned to the OFF position.

Safety belt warning chime

Sounds to remind you to fasten your safety belts.

For information on the safety belt warning chime, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter.

Supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning chime

For information on the SRS warning chime, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter.

Key-in-ignition warning chime

Sounds when the ignition key is left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACC position and the driver’s door is opened.

Headlamps on warning chime

Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition in the OFF position (and the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened.

GAUGES

			50	60
FUEL FILL		40		70		3
LOW				70		3		4
FUEL	30		80		2
F			80	100	2
F			60	100	80
H			60	120	80
H				120
E	20	40	0 0 0 0 0 0		90 1			5
E	20	40		140				5
L				140
H	10	20		0 km/h 160			ABS		CRUISE
H			MPH 0 0 0		100 0
18			MPH 0 0 0		100 0	RPM X1000		6
C	0							6
C			P R N D	2 1	SERVICE			BRAKE
8					SERVICE	LOW		BRAKE	DOOR
8					ENGINE	LOW	4 X 4	!	DOOR
					SOON	RANGE		!	AJAR

Instrumentation

Fuel gauge

Displays approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank (when the

key is in the ON position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion. The ignition should be in the OFF position while

the vehicle is being refueled. When the gauge first indicates empty, there is a small amount of reserve fuel in the tank. When refueling the

vehicle from an empty indication, the amount of fuel that can be added will be less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel.

Speedometer

Indicates the current vehicle speed.

Engine coolant temperature gauge

Indicates the temperature of the engine coolant. At normal operating temperature, the needle remains within the normal area (the area between the “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 immediately and let the engine cool. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter.

Instrumentation

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot.

This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. If the coolant is not at its proper level the gauge indication will not be accurate.

Odometer

Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle.

Trip odometer
Registers the kilometers (miles) of		50	60
individual journeys. To reset,	40		70
depress the control.			70
depress the control.		80
30		80	100	80
30		60	100
		60	120
			120
20	40	0 0 0 0 0 0
20	40		140	90
			140	90
10	20		0 km/h 160
10		MPH 0 0 0	0 km/h 160	100
0

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Tachometer

Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute.

Driving with your tachometer pointer at the top of the scale or in the red zone may damage the engine.

Battery voltage gauge
This shows the battery voltage when
the ignition is in the ON position. If
the pointer moves and stays outside	18
the normal operating range (as	18

indicated), have the vehicle’s electrical system checked as soon as possible.

Engine oil pressure gauge

This shows the engine oil pressure in the system. Sufficient pressure exists as long as the needle remains in the normal range (the area between the “L” and “H”).

If the gauge indicates low pressure,
stop the vehicle as soon as safely		L
possible and switch off the engine
possible and switch off the engine
immediately. Check the oil level.
Add oil if needed (refer to Engine
oil in the Maintenance and care

chapter). If the oil level is correct, have your vehicle checked at your dealership or by a qualified technician.

Instrumentation

TRIP COMPUTER (IF EQUIPPED)

The trip computer tells you about the condition of your vehicle through a constant monitor of vehicle systems. You may select display features on the trip computer for a display of status.

The appearance of your vehicle’s trip computer may differ depending on your vehicle’s option package, but the functions are the same.

The trip computer only operates with the ignition in the ON position. Trip computer features follow:

Selectable features

English/metric display

Press this control to change the trip computer display between metric and English units.

MODE E/M

Mode control

Each press of the MODE control will display a different feature as follows:

Average fuel economy. The

display will indicate the vehicle’s MODE E/M average fuel economy in liters/100

km (or miles/gallon) since the average fuel economy was last reset.

If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing liters of fuel used by 100 kilometers traveled

(miles traveled by gallons used), your figure may be different than displayed for the following reasons:

•your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill-up

•differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps at service stations

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•variations in top-off procedure from one fill-up to another

•rounding of the displayed values to the nearest liter (gallon) To reset the average fuel economy:

1.Press the MODE control repeatedly until average fuel economy is displayed (this is the only resettable display).

2.Press the E/M and MODE

controls simultaneously. The display will illuminate the “AVG” indicator.

While the indicator is lit, release MODE E/M both controls to reset the average

fuel economy.

Fuel range. This displays the approximate number of kilometers (miles) left to drive before the fuel tank is empty. The indicated distance to empty may be inaccurate:

•with sustained, drastic changes in fuel economy (such as trailer towing), but will eventually recover.

•if the vehicle is started while parked on an incline.

•if less than 30 liters (8 gallons) of fuel is added to the fuel tank.

The fuel range function will flash for five seconds at the following distances based on fuel remaining and fuel economy calculations:

•80 km (50 miles)

•40 km (25 miles)

•16 km (10 miles)

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Outside air temperature

The temperature can be displayed in Centigrade or Fahrenheit by pressing the E/M control.

If the outside temperature falls	MODE	E/M
If the outside temperature falls
below 3°C (38°F), the display will
alternate from “ICE” to the outside
temperature at a two second rate
for one minute.

Off. In this mode the display is off.

Compass

The compass display is contained in the overhead console. The vehicle heading is displayed as one of N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W and NW.

The compass heading is displayed in average fuel economy modes, fuel range modes and temperature modes.

The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magnetic or metallic objects placed in or on the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy. Adjustments may need to be made to the zone and calibration of the compass.

Compass zone adjustment

1. Determine which magnetic zone you are in for your geographic location by referring to the zone map.

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2. Locate the trip computer on the			15
overhead console.	2		15
overhead console.	2		14
3. Turn ignition to the ON position.	3		13
	4		13
	4		12
			12
	5		11
	5
	6		10
	7	8	9

4. Press and hold both trip computer controls. After approximately four seconds, the trip

computer will enter zone setting MODE E/M mode. Zone setting mode is

indicated when the display lights the “ZONE” indicator.

5.Release both controls. Subsequent pressing of either control will increment the zone.

Press the control repeatedly until the correct zone setting for your geographic location is displayed on the trip computer.

6.To exit the zone setting mode and save the displayed zone in memory, release both controls for greater than five seconds.

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Compass calibration adjustment

Perform this adjustment in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines.

For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut.

1.Locate the trip computer located in the overhead console.

2.Start the vehicle.

3.Press and hold both trip

computer controls. After approximately eight seconds, the

trip computer will enter CAL mode. MODE E/M CAL mode is indicated when the

display lights the “CAL” indicator.

4.Release both controls. The display will return to normal, except that the CAL indicator will remain lit until the compass is sucessfully calibrated.

5.Slowly drive the vehicle in a circle (less than 5 km/h [3 mph]) until the CAL indicator turns off. It may take up to five circles to complete calibration.

6.The compass is now calibrated.

HEADLAMP CONTROL

Rotate the headlamp control to the first position to turn on the parking lamps. Rotate to the second position to also turn on the headlamps.

Controls and features

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)

Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate:

•the ignition must be in the ON position and

•the headlamp control is in the OFF or Parking lamps position.

Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Light (DRL) System

does not activate your tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision.

High beams

Push forward to activate.

Pull toward you to deactivate.

Controls and features

Flash to pass

Pull toward you to activate and release to deactivate.

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL

Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel during headlamp and parklamp operation.

•Rotate up to brighten.

•Rotate down to dim.

•Rotate to full up position (past detent) to turn on interior lamps.

4WD CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

This control operates the 4WD. Refer to the Driving chapter for more information.

PANEL

DIM

4X4

HIGH 4X4 2WD LOW

Controls and features

AUXILIARY POWER POINT

The auxiliary power point is located on the instrument panel.

Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter. Use the power point.

CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM Heater only system (if equipped)

POWER POINT

OFF

Fan speed control

Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle.

Temperature control

Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle. On heater-only systems, the air cannot be cooled below the outside temperature.

Mode selector control

Controls the direction of the airflow to the inside of the vehicle.

OFF

• (Panel) -Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers.

Controls and features

•OFF-Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate.

• (Panel and floor) -Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers and the floor ducts.

• (Floor) -Allows for maximum heating. Distributes outside air through the floor ducts.

• (Floor and defrost) -Distributes outside air through the floor ducts and the windshield defroster ducts.

• (Defrost) -Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts. It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield.

Operating tips

•In humid weather, select before driving. This will reduce fogging on your windshield. After a few minutes, select any desired position.

•To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle, don’t drive with the climate control system in the OFF position.

•Don’t put objects under the front seat that will interfere with the airflow to the rear seats (if equipped).

•Remove any snow, ice or leaves

from the air intake area (at the bottom of the windshield under the hood).

•Do not place objects over the defroster outlets. These objects can block airflow and reduce your ability to see through your windshield. Also, avoid placing small objects on top of your instrument panel. These objects can fall down into the defroster outlets and block airflow and possibly damage your climate control system.

Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel, as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or a sudden stop.

Controls and features

Manual heating and air conditioning system

OFF

A/C

MAX

A/C

Fan speed control

Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle.

Temperature control knob

Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle.

Mode selector control

Controls the direction of the airflow to the inside of the vehicle.

OFF

A/C

MAX

A/C

The air conditioning compressor will operate in all modes except (Panel) and (Floor). However, the air conditioning will only function if the outside temperature is about 10°C (50°F) or higher.

Since the air conditioner removes considerable moisture from the air during operation, it is normal if clear water drips on the ground under the air conditioner drain while the system is working and even after you have stopped the vehicle.

•MAX A/C-Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle. MAX A/C is noisier than A/C but more economical and will cool the inside of the vehicle faster. Airflow will be from the instrument panel registers. This mode can also be used to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle.

•A/C-Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. It is quieter than MAX A/C but not as economical. Airflow will be from the instrument panel registers.

Controls and features

• (Panel) -Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers. However, the air will not be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode.

•OFF-Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. For short periods of time only, use this mode to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle.

• (Panel and floor) -Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers and the floor ducts. Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode. For added customer comfort, when the temperature control knob is anywhere in between the full hot and full cold positions, the air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the instrument panel registers.

• (Floor) -Allows for maximum heating by distributing outside air through the floor ducts. However, the air will not be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode.

• (Floor and defrost) -Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts and the floor ducts. Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode. For added customer comfort, the air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the windshield defroster ducts. If the temperature is about 10°C (50°F) or higher, the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging.

• (Defrost) -Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts. It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield. If the temperature is about 10°C (50°F) or higher, the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging.

Operating tips

•In humid weather, select before driving. This will reduce fogging on your windshield. After a few minutes, select any desired position.

•To prevent humidity buildup inside the vehicle, don’t drive with the climate control system in the OFF or MAX A/C position.

•Don’t put objects under the front seat that will interfere with the airflow to the rear seats (if equipped).

+ 226 hidden pages

Ford F-250 2000, F-550 2000 Owner Manual

Contents

Introduction

Instrumentation

Controls and features