2012 Ford F 350 Owners Manual

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

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

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

Use

Use

SEEK

SEEK

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

SEEK

to adjust between the left and right

Use speakers.

• Setting the clock: Press and hold CLK until the hours start to flash, to adjust. To adjust minutes, press

then use

SEEK

CLK again to make the minutes start to flash and use SEEK

to adjust. Press CLK again to exit the clock setting mode.

to

SEEK

Note: If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, refer to Setting the clock in your Navigation supplement. 3. SEEK: Press 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.

61

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Entertainment Systems

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

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

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

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 or feature that may take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. We recommend against the use of any handheld device while driving, encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible and that you become aware of applicable state and local laws that may affect use of electronic devices while driving.

62

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Entertainment Systems

Accessory delay: Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay which allows you to operate the window switches and the audio for up to 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned off or until either front door is opened.

to

: Press

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威 radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 2. equipped with SYNC威, press to access SYNC PHONE features. For further information, please refer to your SYNC威 supplement. 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:

(Phone): If your vehicle is

to tune to the

to adjust the

SEEK, SEEK

Setting the clock: Press MENU until SET HOUR or SET MINUTES is displayed. Use hours/minutes. Note: If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, refer to Setting the clock in your Navigation supplement. 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 • CATEGORY: Press OK to enter category mode. Press

to cycle through the following options:

to

scroll through the list of available SIRIUS威 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威 categories and channels. Press OK to close and return to the main menu.

63

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

/

Entertainment Systems • 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 to cycle through the saved songs. When the memory. Press song title appears in the display that you would like to delete, press 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.

to cycle through the saved

• 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.

to select either

Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS威 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.

64

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Entertainment Systems

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

SEEK, SEEK

to adjust.

to adjust.

SEEK,

L . . R (Balance): Press MENU to reach the balance setting. Use (L) and right (R) speakers. B . . F (Fade): Press MENU to reach the fade setting. Use

SEEK, SEEK

to adjust the audio between the left

to adjust the audio between the back (B) and

SEEK, SEEK

front (F) speakers. SPEEDVOL (Speed sensitive volume, if equipped): Press MENU to reach the SPEEDVOL setting. Radio volume automatically gets louder with increasing vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Use

SEEK, SEEK

to adjust.

The default setting is off; increasing your vehicle speed will not change the volume level. Adjust 1–7: Increasing this setting from 1 (lowest setting) to 7 (highest setting) allows the radio volume to automatically change slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Recommended level is 1–3; SPEED OFF turns the feature off and level 7
is the maximum setting. Track/Folder mode: Available only on MP3 discs in CD mode. In Track will scroll through all tracks on the mode, pressing disc In Folder mode, pressing tracks within the selected folder. Press available).

to access the previous/next folder (if

will scroll only through

FOLDER, FOLDER

SEEK, SEEK

SEEK, SEEK

65

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Entertainment Systems

SEEK, SEEK

COMPRESS (Compression): Available only in CD/MP3 mode. Press MENU until COMPRESS ON/OFF appears in the display. to toggle ON/OFF. When COMPRESS Use is ON, the system will bring the soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level. 4. AUX: Press repeatedly to cycle through LINE IN (auxiliary audio mode, if equipped) and SAT1, SAT2
and SAT3 modes (satellite radio, if equipped). For location and further information on auxiliary audio mode, refer to Auxiliary input jack later in this chapter. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS威 radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 5. SEEK: In radio mode, to access the press previous/next strong station. In CD/MP3 mode, press to access the previous/next CD/MP3 track.

to

to view the

SEEK, SEEK

SEEK, SEEK

SEEK, SEEK

to fast seek through the previous /next channels.

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press seek to the previous/next channel. If a specific category is selected, to seek to the (Jazz, Rock, News, etc.), press previous/next channel in the selected category. Press and hold SEEK, SEEK In TEXT MODE, press previous/additional display text. In CATEGORY MODE, press Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS威 radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 6. control is operational in CD/MP3
mode. When a CD/MP3 is playing, press to pause or play the current CD/MP3. The CD/MP3 status will display in the radio display. OK: Use in various menu selections. 66

OK (Play/Pause): This

SEEK, SEEK

to select a category.

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Entertainment Systems

: In folder mode,

7. SHUFFLE: In CD/MP3 mode, press SHUFFLE to engage shuffle mode. SHUFFLE ON will appear in the display. If you wish to engage shuffle mode right away, press SEEK to begin random play. Otherwise, random play will begin when the current track is finished playing. CD SHUF will appear in the display. To disengage, press SHUFFLE again. SHUFFLE OFF will appear in the display. Note: In CD/MP3 mode, press SHUFFLE to play the tracks in random order. In MP3 folder mode, the system will randomly play all tracks within the current folder. 8. FOLDER press FOLDER folder on MP3 discs, if available. FOLDER: In folder mode, 9. FOLDER to access the press previous folder on MP3 discs, if available. 10. FF (Fast forward): Press FF to manually advance in a CD/MP3
track. 11. REW (Rewind): Press REW to manually reverse in a CD/MP3 track.

to access next

12. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM1/FM2; tune to a station, press and hold a preset control until sound returns. You may store up to six stations in each frequency band for a total of 18. In satellite radio mode (if equipped), there are 18 available presets, six each for SAT1, SAT2 and SAT3. To save satellite channels in your memory presets, tune to the desired channel then press and hold a preset control until sound returns. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS威 radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 13. TEXT/SCAN: In radio and CD/MP3 mode, press and hold for a brief sampling of radio stations or CD tracks. Press again to stop. In CD/MP3 mode, press and release to display track title, artist name, and disc title.

67

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Entertainment Systems

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press and release to enter TEXT MODE and display the current song title. While in TEXT MODE, press again to scroll through the current song title, artist, channel category and the SIRIUS威 long channel name. In TEXT MODE sometimes the display requires additional text to be displayed. When the “>” indicator is active, press SEEK additional display text. When the “<” indicator is active, press to view the previous display text. In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press and hold to hear a brief sampling of the next channels. Press again to stop. In CATEGORY MODE, press SCAN to hear a brief sampling of the channels in the selected category. Press again to stop. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS威 radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 14. AM/FM: Press AM/FM to select AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band.

to view the SEEK

15. ON/OFF/Volume: Press VOL-PUSH to turn on/off. Turn VOL-PUSH to increase/decrease volume. Note:If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. 16. CD: Press to enter CD/MP3
mode. If a CD is already loaded into the system, CD/MP3 play will begin where it ended last. 17. CD.

(CD eject): Press to eject a

18. CD slot: Insert a CD label side up in the CD slot.

68

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Entertainment Systems

Auxiliary input jack (if equipped)

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 or feature that may take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. We recommend against the use of any handheld device while driving, encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible and that you become aware of applicable state and local laws that may affect use of electronic devices while driving.

Your vehicle may be equipped with an auxiliary input jack (AIJ). The auxiliary input jack, located on the instrument panel below the power point, provides a way to connect your portable music player to the in-vehicle audio system. This allows the audio from a portable music player to be played through the vehicle speakers with high fidelity. To achieve optimal performance, please observe the following instructions when attaching your portable music device to the audio system. If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, refer to the Auxiliary input jack section in the Audio Features chapter of your Navigation System supplement. Required equipment: 1. Any portable music player designed to be used with headphones 2. An audio extension cable with stereo male 1/8 in. (3.5 mm) connectors at each end To play your portable music player using the auxiliary input jack: 1. Begin with the vehicle parked and the radio turned off. 2. Ensure that the battery in your portable music player is new or fully charged and that the device is turned off. 3. Attach one end of the audio extension cable to the headphone output of your player and the other end of the audio extension cable to the AIJ in your vehicle. 4. Turn the radio on, using either a tuned FM station or a CD loaded into the system. Adjust the volume to a comfortable listening level.

69

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Entertainment Systems

5. Turn the portable music player on and adjust the volume to 1/2 the volume. 6. Press AUX on the vehicle radio repeatedly until LINE, LINE IN or SYNC LINE IN appears in the display. You should hear audio from your portable music player although it may be low. 7. Adjust the sound on your portable music player until it reaches the level of the FM station or CD by switching back and forth between the AUX and FM or CD controls. Troubleshooting: 1. Do not connect the audio input jack to a line level output. Line level outputs are intended for connection to a home stereo and are not compatible with the AIJ. The AIJ will only work correctly with devices that have a headphone output with a volume control. 2. Do not set the portable music player’s volume level higher than is necessary to match the volume of the CD or FM radio in your audio system as this will cause distortion and will reduce sound quality. Many portable music players have different output levels, so not all players should be set at the same levels. Some players will sound best at full volume and others will need to be set at a lower volume. 3. If the music sounds distorted at lower listening levels, turn the portable music player volume down. If the problems persist, replace or recharge the batteries in the portable music player. 4. The portable music player must be controlled in the same manner when it is used with headphones as the AIJ does not provide control (play, pause, etc.) over the attached portable music player. 5. For safety reasons, connecting or adjusting the settings on your portable music player should not be attempted while the vehicle is moving. Also, the portable music player should be stored in a secure location, such as the center console or the glove box, when the vehicle is in motion. The audio extension cable must be long enough to allow the portable music player to be safely stored while the vehicle is in motion.

70

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Entertainment Systems

USB port (if equipped)

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. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. We recommend against the use of any handheld device while driving, encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible and that you become aware of applicable state and local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving.

Your vehicle may be equipped with a USB port located on the instrument panel. This feature allows you to plug in media playing devices, memory sticks, and also to charge devices if they support this feature. For further information on this feature, refer to Accessing and using your USB port in the SYNC威 supplement or Navigation System supplement.

GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION Radio frequencies: AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC). Those frequencies are: AM: 530, 540–1700, 1710 kHz FM: 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz Radio reception factors: There are three factors that can affect radio reception: • Distance/strength: The further you travel from an FM station, the • Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception. • Station overload: When you pass a broadcast tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequency is displayed.

weaker the signal and the weaker the reception.

71

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Entertainment Systems

CD/CD player care Do: • Handle discs by their edges only.

(Never touch the playing surface).

• Inspect discs before playing. • Clean only with an approved CD

cleaner.

• Wipe discs from the center out.

of time.

Don’t: • Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods • Clean using a circular motion. CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12 cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Do not use any irregular shaped CDs or discs with a scratch protection film attached.

72

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Entertainment Systems

CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player as the label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Please contact your authorized dealer for further information. Audio system warranty and service Refer to the Warranty Guide/Customer Information Guide for audio system warranty information. If service is necessary, see your dealer or qualified technician. MP3 track and folder structure Your MP3 system recognizes MP3 individual tracks and folder structure as follows: • There are two different modes for MP3 disc playback: MP3 track mode (system default) and MP3 folder mode. For more information on track and folder mode, refer to Sample MP3 structure in the following section. • MP3 track mode ignores any folder structure on the MP3 disc. The player numbers each MP3 track on the disc (noted by the .mp3 file extension) from T001 to a maximum of T255. Note: The maximum number of playable MP3 files may be less depending on the structure of the CD and exact model of radio present.

• MP3 folder mode represents a folder structure consisting of one level of folders. The CD player numbers all MP3 tracks on the disc (noted by the .mp3 file extension) and all folders containing MP3 files, from F001 (folder) T001 (track) to F253 T255. • Creating discs with only one level of folders will help with navigation

through the disc files.

73

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Entertainment Systems

Sample MP3 structure If you are burning your own MP3
discs, it is important to understand how the system will read the structures you create. While various files may be present, (files with extensions other than mp3), only files with the .mp3 extension will be played. Other files will be ignored by the system. This enables you to use the same MP3 disc for a variety of tasks on your work computer, home computer and your in vehicle system.

.mp3 .mp3

.mp3

.mp3

.mp3

.mp3 .mp3

.doc .ppt .xls

In track mode, the system will display and play the structure as if it were only one level deep (all .mp3 files will be played, regardless of being in a specific folder). In folder mode, the system will only play the .mp3 files in the current folder.

Satellite radio information (if equipped) Satellite radio channels: SIRIUS威 broadcasts a variety of music, news, sports, weather, traffic and entertainment satellite radio channels. For more information and a complete list of SIRIUS威 satellite radio channels, visit www.sirius.com in the United States, www.siriuscanada.ca in Canada, or call SIRIUS威 at 1–888–539–7474. Satellite radio reception factors: To receive the satellite signal, your vehicle has been equipped with a satellite radio antenna located on the roof of your vehicle. The vehicle roof provides the best location for an unobstructed, open view of the sky, a requirement of a satellite radio system. Like AM/FM, there are several factors that can affect satellite radio reception performance: • Antenna obstructions: For optimal reception performance, keep the antenna clear of snow and ice build-up and keep luggage and other material as far away from the antenna as possible.

74

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Entertainment Systems

• Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freeway

overpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception. • Station overload: When you pass a ground based broadcast repeating tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and result in an audio mute.

Unlike AM/FM audible static, you will hear an audio mute when there is a satellite radio signal interference. Your radio display may display NO SIGNAL to indicate the interference. SIRIUS威 satellite radio service: SIRIUS威 satellite radio is a subscription based satellite radio service that broadcasts music, sports, news and entertainment programming. A service fee is required in order to receive SIRIUS威 service. Vehicles that are equipped with a factory installed SIRIUS威 satellite radio system include hardware and a limited subscription term, which begins on the date of sale or lease of the vehicle. For information on extended subscription terms, the online media player and other SIRIUS威 features, please contact SIRIUS威 at 1–888–539–7474. Note: SIRIUS威 reserves the unrestricted right to change, rearrange, add or delete programming including canceling, moving or adding particular channels, and its prices, at any time, with or without notice to you. Ford Motor Company shall not be responsible for any such programming changes. Satellite radio electronic serial number (ESN): This 12–digit Satellite Serial Number is needed to activate, modify or track your satellite radio account. You will need this number when communicating with SIRIUS威. While in satellite radio mode, you can view this number on the radio display by pressing the AUX and preset 1 controls simultaneously.

75

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Action Required No action required. This message should

disappear shortly.

If this message does

not clear within a short period of time, or with an ignition key cycle, your receiver may have

a fault. See your

authorized dealer for

service.

This previously

available channel is no longer available. Tune to another channel. If the channel was one of your presets, you may choose another channel for that preset button.

Contact SIRIUS威 at 1–888–539–7474 to

subscribe to the channel or tune to another channel.

Artist information not available at this time on

this channel. The system is working

properly.

Song title information not available at this time on this channel. The system is working

properly.

Entertainment Systems

Radio Display

Condition

ACQUIRING

SAT FAULT

Radio requires more than two seconds to produce audio for the

selected channel. Internal module or

system failure

present.

INVALID CHNL

Channel no longer

available.

UNSUBSCRIBED

Subscription not available for this

channel.

NO TEXT

Artist information not

available.

NO TEXT

Song title information

not available.

76

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Entertainment Systems

Radio Display

Condition

Action Required

NO TEXT

Category information

not available.

NO SIGNAL

Loss of signal from the SIRIUS威 satellite or SIRIUS威 tower to the vehicle antenna.

UPDATING

CALL SIRIUS威 1–888–539–7474

Update of channel programming in

progress.

Satellite service has been deactivated by

SIRIUS威 satellite

radio.

Category information not available at this time on this channel. The system is working

properly.

You are in a location that is blocking the SIRIUS威 signal (i.e.,

tunnel, under an

overpass, dense foliage,

etc.). The system is

working properly. When you move into an open area, the signal should

return.

No action required. The process may take up to

three minutes. Call SIRIUS威 at

1–888–539–7474 to re-activate or resolve subscription issues.

NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a navigation system. Refer to the Navigation System supplement for further information.

SYNC姞 (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with SYNC威, a hands-free communications and entertainment system with special phone and media features. For more information, please refer to the SYNC威 supplement or to the SYNC威 section in the Navigation System supplement (if equipped).

77

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Climate Controls

SINGLE ZONE CLIMATE CONTROL

Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster

1. vents and de-mister vents. Can be used to clear the windshield of fog and thin ice. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging. Press this button again to return to the previous air flow selection. 2. A. R Rear defroster (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate the rear window defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter for more information. If your vehicle is equipped with both rear defroster and heated mirrors, the same button will activate both. 2. B. This feature will remove ice and snow from the side view mirrors. 3. settings to choose: •

Multifunction control: Press repeatedly to cycle through the

Heated mirrors (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate.

: Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents, de-mister

vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging.

: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents. : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents, floor vents,

• •

rear seat floor vents and de-mister vents.

• : Distributes air through the floor vents and rear seat floor vents. 4. A/C (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. A/C engages automatically in MAX A/C, (floor/defrost).

(defrost) and

78

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Climate Controls

(panel/floor).

Recirculated air (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate air 5. recirculation in the vehicle. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time needed to cool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculated air engages automatically when MAX A/C is selected or can be engaged manually in any airflow mode except (defrost). When the ignition switch is turned off and back on, the climate system will return to the recirculated air mode only if the A/C button LED is (panel) illuminated and the air distribution selection is either or 6. MAX A/C (if equipped): Distributes recirculated air through the instrument panel vents to cool the vehicle. This re-cooling of the interior air is more economical and efficient than normal A/C mode. Recirculated air may also help reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. Press the MAX A/C button again for normal A/C operation. 7. Temperature control: Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle. 8. the vehicle. 9. When the system is off, outside air is prevented from entering the vehicle.

Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in

Power: Press to activate/deactivate the climate control system.

Operating tips • To reduce fog build-up on the windshield during humid weather,

(defrost) or

system off or with recirculated air engaged and A/C off.

select speed can also be increased to improve clearing.

(floor/defrost). Temperature and/or fan • To reduce humidity build-up inside the vehicle: do not drive with the • Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of • To improve the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly open for 2-3 minutes after start up or until the vehicle has been “aired out.” • A small amount of air may be felt from the floor vent regardless of the

airflow to the back seats.

the windshield.

air distribution setting that is selected.

79

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Climate Controls

If you are driving during extreme high ambient temperatures and idling for extended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run the A/C in the MAX A/C position, adjust the blower fan speed to the lowest setting and put the vehicle’s transmission into the P (Park) position to continue to receive cool air from your A/C system. For maximum cooling performance (MAX A/C): 1. Select MAX A/C. 2. Move the temperature control to the coolest setting. 3. Set the fan speed to the highest setting and then adjust as necessary to maintain comfort. • A/C and • Airflow will automatically be directed out of the panel vents. To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select 2. Select A/C. 3. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort. 4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting. 5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel.

(recirculated air) will be automatically selected.

(panel/floor).

80

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Climate Controls

DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

2A

2B

A/C

17

16

15

A/C

AUTO

MAX A/C

DUAL

EXT

A/C

14

13

12

10

11

– / + Fan speed control: Press to decrease/increase the fan

Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius, refer to Optional or Standard message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter. 1. speed. 2. A. R Rear defroster (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate the rear window defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter for more information. If your vehicle is equipped with both rear defroster and heated mirrors, the same button will activate both. 2. B. This feature will remove ice and snow from the side view mirrors. 3. vents and de-mister vents. Can be used to clear the windshield of fog and thin ice. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging. Press this button again to return to the previous air flow selection.

Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster

Heated mirrors (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate.

81

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Climate Controls

Manual control: Allows you to manually select where airflow is

4. directed. To return to full automatic control, press AUTO. When choosing to control airflow manually, press repeatedly to toggle through the settings to choose: •

: Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents, de-mister

vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging.

• •

: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents. : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents, floor vents,

rear seat floor vents and de-mister vents.

(defrost)

(floor/defrost).

(defrost). When the ignition switch is

: Distributes air through the floor vents and rear seat floor vents.

• 5. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. A/C engages automatically in MAX A/C, and Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in 6. the vehicle. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time needed to cool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculated air engages automatically when MAX A/C is selected or can be engaged manually in any airflow mode except turned off and back on, the climate system will return to the recirculated air mode only if the A/C button LED is illuminated and the air (panel/floor). distribution selection is either 7. AUTO: Press to engage automatic temperature control. Select the desired temperature using the temperature control. The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow location, A/C on or off, and outside or recirculated air, to heat or cool the vehicle to reach the desired temperature. 8. MAX A/C: Distributes recirculated air through the instrument panel vents to cool the vehicle. This re-cooling of the interior air is more economical and efficient than normal A/C mode. Recirculated air may also help reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. Press the MAX A/C button again for normal A/C operation. 9. passenger heated seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information. 82

Passenger heated seat (if equipped): Press to control the

(panel) or

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Climate Controls

Passenger cooled seat (if equipped): Press to control the

10. Passenger temperature: Turn to increase/decrease the air temperature on the passenger side of the vehicle. The recommended initial setting is between 72°F (22°C) and 75°F (24°C), then adjust for comfort. The passenger side temperature setting will appear in the upper right corner of the display. 11. passenger cooled seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information. 12. EXT: Press to display the exterior temperature. Press again to display cabin temperature settings. To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius, refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter. 13. DUAL: Press to engage/disengage separate passenger side temperature control. 14. When the system is off, outside air is prevented from entering the vehicle. Driver cooled seat (if equipped): Press to control the driver 15. cooled seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information. 16. Driver temperature: Turn to increase/decrease the air temperature on the driver side of the vehicle. The control also adjusts the passenger side temperature when PASS TEMP is disengaged. The recommended initial setting is between 72°F (22°C) and 75°F (24°C), then adjust for comfort. The driver side temperature setting will appear in the upper left corner of the display. 17. heated seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information.

Driver heated seat (if equipped): Press to control the driver

Power: Press to activate/deactivate the climate control system.

select

Operating tips • To reduce fog build-up on the windshield during humid weather, • To reduce humidity build-up inside the vehicle, do not drive with the • Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the

(recirculated air) engaged and A/C off.

system off, or with

(floor/defrost).

(defrost)

airflow to the back seats.

83

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Climate Controls • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of • To improve the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly open for 2-3 minutes after start up or until the vehicle has been “aired out”. • A small amount of air may be felt from the floor vent regardless of the

the windshield.

air distribution setting that is selected.

(recirculated air).

During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary for extended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run the A/C in the max A/C position, reduce blower fan speed from the highest setting and put the vehicle’s transmission into the P (Park) gear position (automatic transmission only) to continue to receive cool air from your A/C system. For maximum cooling performance: • Automatic operation: 1. Press AUTO for full automatic operation. 2. Do not override A/C or 3. Set the temperature to 60°F (16°C). • Manual operation: 1. Select MAX A/C. The system will automatically default to single zone operation and set the temperature to 60°F (16°C). • A/C and (recirculated air) will be selected. • Airflow will be directed out of the panel vents. 2. Fan speed will be automatically increased to the highest setting but can be adjusted as desired. To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select 2. Select A/C. 3. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort. 4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting. 5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel.

(panel/floor).

84

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Climate Controls

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER (IF EQUIPPED) R The rear defroster control is located on the climate control panel and works to defrost your rear window from fog and thin ice. If equipped, it also operates the heated mirror to remove snow and thin ice from the side mirrors. Ensure that the ignition on. Press to turn the defroster on/off. The indicator light will illuminate when activated. For vehicles with a sliding rear window– the defroster will be disabled when the window is opened. Do not use razor blades or other sharp objects to clean the inside of the rear window or to remove decals from the inside of the rear window. This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and will not be covered by your warranty.

REMOTE START CLIMATE OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) The climate control system will condition the cabin temperature during remote start based on the outside temperature. Engine idle may increase to help with adjusting the cabin temperature. Note: No climate control adjustments will be recognized during remote start operation and none of the climate function indicators will be illuminated while the vehicle is in remote start. Once the ignition is cycled to the on position, the climate control system will return to the previous settings (last ignition-on cycle) and adjustments can be made normally. If the previous setting was off, the climate control system will turn off. If you previously had any of the following activated: heated seats (if equipped), cooled seats (if equipped), heated mirrors (if equipped), or rear defrost, they will not return to their previous settings (on) when the ignition is turned on and will need to be re-activated if desired. For more information on remote start climate settings and options, refer to Message Center in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Manual climate control For hot weather conditions: • The climate control system will be set to MAX A/C. For cold weather conditions: • The climate control system will be set to provide maximum heating • Rear defrost/heated mirrors (if equipped) will be activated.

(floor/defrost) mode.

in

85

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Climate Controls

previous operating state (last ignition-on cycle).

For moderate weather conditions: • The interior cabin will be heated, cooled or off, based upon the • Rear defrost/heated mirrors (if equipped) will be deactivated. Automatic climate control For hot weather conditions: • The interior cabin will be set to 72°F (22°C). • The cooled seats (if equipped) will be set to high. For cold weather conditions: • The interior cabin will be set to 72°F (22°C). • The heated seats (if equipped) will be set to high. • Rear defrost/heated mirrors (if equipped) will be activated. For moderate weather conditions: • The interior cabin will be heated, cooled, or off, based upon the • Heated/cooled seats (if equipped) will be deactivated. • Rear defrost/heated mirrors (if equipped) will be deactivated.

previous operating state (last ignition-on cycle).

86

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Lights

HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control clockwise to the first position turn on the parking lamps. Rotate clockwise to the second position headlamps.

to also turn on the

to

Autolamp control (if equipped) The autolamp system provides light sensitive automatic on-off control of the exterior lights normally controlled by the headlamp control. • To turn autolamps on, rotate the • To turn autolamps off, rotate the

control to

control from the autolamp position.

Note: If the vehicle is equipped with autolamps, it will have the headlamps on with windshield wipers feature. If the windshield wipers are turned on, the exterior lamps will turn on with the headlamp control in the autolamp position. The autolamp system also keeps the lights on for a predetermined amount of time after the ignition switch is turned to off. You can change the amount of time the lamps stay on by using the programming procedure that follows: Autolamps - Programmable exit delay Programmable exit delay allows the length of the autolamp exit delay to be changed. To program the auto lamp exit time delay: 1. Start with the ignition in the off position and the headlamp control in the autolamp position. 2. Turn the headlamp control to off.

87

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Lights

3. Turn the ignition switch to on and then back to off. 4. Turn the headlamp control to the autolamp position. The headlamps will turn on. 5. Wait the desired amount of time for the exit delay you want (up to three minutes), then turn the headlamps off.

Fog lamp control (if equipped) The headlamp control also operates the fog lamps. The fog lamps can be turned on only when the headlamp control is in the position and the high beams are not turned on. Pull headlamp control towards you to turn fog lamps on. The fog lamp will illuminate. indicator light

or

High beams Pull the lever fully past the detent to activate. Pull the lever fully again to deactivate.

Flash-to-pass Pull toward you slightly to activate and release to deactivate.

88

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Lights

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate: • the ignition must be in the on position, • the headlamp control is in the off or parking lamp position and • the parking brake must be disengaged. • the transmission is not in P (Park)

WARNING: Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) system does not activate the 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.

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel and all applicable lit components in the vehicle during headlamp and parking lamp operation. • Tap the top or bottom of the

control to brighten/dim all interior lit components incrementally, or

• Press and hold at the first

position the top or bottom of the control until the desired lighting level is reached.

• Press and hold the top of the control to the full on position to activate

the “dome on” feature. This will turn on the interior courtesy lights. The lights will remain on until the bottom of the control is pressed.

89

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Lights

AIMING THE HEADLAMPS Your vehicle is equipped with an aerodynamic headlamp system. The aerodynamic headlamps can only be aimed in the vertical direction (up/down) using the procedure following. The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant and should not normally need adjustment.

ground

Vertical aim adjustment The headlamps on your vehicle can only be vertically adjusted. Your vehicle does not require horizontal aim adjustments. To adjust the headlamps: 1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface, approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters) away. • (1) 8 feet (2.4 meters) • (2) Center height of lamp to • (3) 25 feet (7.6 meters) • (4) Horizontal reference line 2. Measure the height from the center of your headlamp (indicated by a 3.0 mm circle on the lens) to the ground and mark an 8 foot (2.4 meter) horizontal reference line on the vertical wall or screen at this height (a piece of masking tape works well). 3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and open the hood. Cover one of the headlamps so no light from that lamp hits the wall. 4. On the wall or screen you will observe a light pattern with a distinct horizontal edge towards the right. If this edge is not at the horizontal reference line, the beam will need to be adjusted so the edge is at the same height as the horizontal reference line.

90

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Lights

5. Locate the vertical adjuster on each headlamp, then use a #2
Phillips head to turn the adjuster either counterclockwise (to adjust down) or clockwise (to adjust up) aligning the upper edge of the light pattern up to the horizontal line. 6. Repeat Steps 3–5 for the other headlamp. 7. Close the hood and turn off the lamps.

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL The turn signal lever does not mechanically lock in the upward or downward position when activated. The turn signal control activation and cancellation is electronic. • To operate the left turn signal,

push the lever down until it stops and release. • To operate the right turn signal, push the lever up until it stops and release.

• To manually cancel turn signal operation, push the lever again in

either direction.

Lane change To indicate a left or right lane change: • Push the lever up/down to the first stop position and release. The turn • Push the lever up/down to the first stop position and hold. The turn

signals will flash three times and stop.

signals will flash for as long as the lever is held in this position.

91

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Lights

INTERIOR LAMPS

Front map lamps (if equipped) The map lamps are located on the overhead console. Press the controls on either side of each map lamp to turn on the lamps. The map lamps also light when: • any door is opened, • the instrument panel dimmer switch is rotated up until the courtesy lamps come on, and

• any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is off.

Rear dome/map lamps Your vehicle may have map lamps within the rear dome lamp. Press the switches on either side of the dome lamp to turn the lamps on.

BULB REPLACEMENT

Lamp assembly condensation Exterior lamps are vented to accommodate normal changes in pressure. Condensation can be a natural by-product of this design. When moist air enters the lamp assembly through the vents, there is a possibility that condensation can occur when the temperature is cold. When normal condensation occurs, a thin film of mist can form on the interior of the lens. The thin mist eventually clears and exits through the vents during normal operation. Clearing time may take as long as 48 hours under dry weather conditions. Examples of acceptable condensation are: • Presence of thin mist (no streaks, drip marks or droplets) • Fine mist covers less than 50% of the lens 92

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Lights

Examples of unacceptable moisture (usually caused by a lamp water leak) are: • Water puddle inside the lamp • Large water droplets, drip marks or streaks present on the interior of

the lens

Take your vehicle to a dealer for service if any of the above conditions of unacceptable moisture are present.

Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently.

Function

Number of bulbs

Trade number

H13/9008
3157NA

W5W 3157
3157

Headlamps Park/Turn lamp Sidemarker Tail/stop/turn/sidemarker (pick-up only) Tail/stop/turn/sidemarker (chassis cabs only; if equipped) Back-up (pick-ups only) Back-up (chassis cabs only) High-mount brake lamp Fog lamp License plate lamp Cargo lamp Map lamp Dome/reading lamps Interior visor lamp (if equipped) Mirror turn signal Mirror clearance lamp *Front clearance lamps (2) and front identification lamps (3) LED** *Rear fender clearance *Rear identification 193** To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer * Dual rear wheels, or if equipped. ** See your authorized dealer to replace the lamp assembly.

921
3157
912
9145
194
912

578
194
2825
2825
194

12V6W

93

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Lights

Replacing headlamps, park lamps, turn lamps 1. Make sure that the exterior lamps are off, then open the hood. 2. Using masking tape or a marker, make an alignment mark between one of the grille brackets and the vehicle radiator support to ensure correct grille alignment during re-assembly. Do not scratch the black coating from the radiator support. 3. Remove the two grille to headlamp assembly push pins and the four bolts attaching the top of the grille to the radiator support. 4. Pull the top of the grille forward to gain access to the lower grille spring clips. 5. Depress the spring clips through the lower inner grille access openings using a flat head screwdriver. 6. Pull the grill straight out to remove. 7. Remove the four bolts from the headlamp assembly. 8. Pull the assembly straight out disengaging one snap clip from the fender. 9. Disconnect the electrical connector by squeezing the release tab and pushing the connector forward, then pulling it rearward.

94

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Lights

10. For the headlamp bulb, remove the bulb by turning it counterclockwise and pulling it straight out.

11. For the park or turn lamp bulb, remove the bulb by turning it counterclockwise and pulling it straight out.

WARNING: Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated.

Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order. Replacing brake/tail/turn/back-up lamp bulbs (pick-ups only) 1. Make sure the headlamps are off, then open the tailgate to expose the lamp assemblies. 2. Remove the two bolts from the tail lamp assembly and carefully pull the lamp assembly from the tailgate pillar by releasing the two retaining tabs.

95

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Lights

3. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly. 4. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order. Replacing brake/tail/turn/back-up lamp bulbs (chassis cabs only) (if equipped) 1. Make sure the headlamps are off. 2. Remove the four screws and the lamp lens from lamp assembly. 3. Carefully pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb.

Replacing cargo lamp and high-mount brake lamp bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamps are off. 2. Remove the screws and lamp assembly from the vehicle as wiring permits. 3. Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise. 4. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket.

96

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Lights

Replacing front clearance and identification lamp bulbs (if equipped) 1. Make sure the headlamps are off. 2. Remove the screw and lens from the lamp assembly. 3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket.

Install the bulb(s) in reverse order. Replacing fog lamp bulbs (if equipped) 1. Make sure the headlamps are off. 2. Remove the bulb socket from the fog lamp by turning it counterclockwise. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the fog lamp bulb.

Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order. Replacing license plate lamp bulbs The license plate bulbs are located behind the rear bumper. To change the license plate lamp bulbs: 1. Reach behind the rear bumper to locate the bulb. 2. Twist the bulb socket counterclockwise and carefully pull to remove it from the lamp assembly. 3. Pull out the old bulb from the socket and push in the new bulb. 4. Install the bulb socket in lamp assembly by turning it clockwise.

97

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Driver Controls

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you to increase the speed of the wipers; rotate towards you to decrease the speed of the wipers.

Speed dependent wipers: When the wiper control is set on the intermittent settings, the speed of the wipers will automatically adjust with the vehicle speed. The faster your vehicle is travelling the faster the wipers will go. Windshield washer: Press the end of the stalk: • briefly: causes a single swipe of the wipers without washer fluid. • a quick press and hold: the

wipers will swipe three times with washer fluid.

• a long press and hold: the wipers and washer fluid will be activated for

up to 10 seconds.

Courtesy wipe feature: One extra wipe will occur a few seconds after washing the front window to clear any excess washer fluid remaining on the windshield. Note: Do not operate the washer when the washer reservoir is empty. This may cause the washer pump to overheat. Check the washer fluid level frequently. Do not operate the wipers when the windshield is dry. This may scratch the glass, damage the wiper blades and cause the wiper motor to burn out. Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield, always use the windshield washer. In freezing weather, be sure the wiper blades are not frozen to the windshield before operating the wipers.

Windshield wiper rainlamp feature (if equipped with autolamp) When the windshield wipers are turned on during daylight, and the headlamp control is in the autolamp position, the exterior lamps will turn on after a brief delay and will remain on until the wipers are turned off. 98

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Driver Controls

TILT/TELESCOPE STEERING WHEEL To adjust the steering wheel: 1. Pull the lever down to unlock the steering column. 2. While the lever is in the down position, move the steering wheel up or down and in or out until you find the desired position. 3. While holding the steering wheel in place, pull the lever up to its original position to lock the steering column.

WARNING: Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving.

ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamps.

Slide-on-rod feature (if equipped) Rotate the visor towards the side window and extend it rearward for additional sunlight coverage. Note: To stow the visor back into the headliner, visor must be retracted before moving it back towards the windshield.

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

99

Driver Controls

OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according to your option package.

Storage compartment (if equipped) Press the release tab on the rear edge of the bin door to open the storage compartment. The door will open to the full open position. The storage compartment may be used to secure sunglasses or a similar object.

with hanging file folder supports

CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. These include: • Locking storage compartment • Storage for laptop computer, binder or book between the hanging file folder support and the passenger side of the console bin • One 12V power point inside the storage compartment and one on the rear of the console

• 110V AC power point outlet on the rear of the console • Rear cupholders

100

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Driver Controls

modules

• Two removable front cupholder • Removable false bottom tray for accessing hidden storage compartment (also has space for a large cup)

WARNING: Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision.

AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12V DC) Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert any other object in the power outlet for this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty. Auxiliary power points can be found in the following locations: • On the instrument panel (two locations) • Inside the center console storage compartment (if equipped) • On the rear of the center console (if equipped) • Inside the 20-percent front seat console (if equipped) • Inside the rear under seat storage compartment (if equipped) Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element (if equipped). Note: Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket (if equipped). Improper use of the lighter can cause damage not covered by your warranty, and can result in fire or serious injury. To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the power point(s) over the vehicle capacity of 12V DC/180W. If the power point or cigar lighter socket is not working, a fuse may have blown. Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter for information on checking and replacing fuses.

101

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Driver Controls

To have full capacity usage of your power point, the engine is required to be running to avoid unintentional discharge of the battery. To prevent the battery from being discharged: • do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is • do not leave battery chargers, video game adapters, computers and other devices plugged in overnight or when the vehicle is parked for extended periods.

not running,

Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used.

AC 110V

Power point (110V AC) (if equipped) The 110V AC power point outlet is used for powering electrical devices that require up to 150W. Exceeding the 150W limit will cause the power point to cut off the power temporarily to provide overload protection. Note: The 110V AC power point is equipped with a cap which provides protection from inserting objects into the socket. The cap should always be in a closed position whenever the power point outlet is not in use. The 110V AC power point is located on the back of the center console. The power outlet is not designed for the following electric appliances; they may not work properly: • Cathode ray tube type televisions • Motor loads, such as vacuum cleaners, electric saws and other electric • Measuring devices, which process precise data, such as medical • Other appliances requiring an extremely stable power supply:

power tools, compressor-driven refrigerators, etc.

equipment, measuring equipment, etc.

150W

microcomputer-controlled electric blankets, touch sensor lamps, etc.

WARNING: Do not keep electrical devices plugged in the power point whenever the device is not in use. Do not use any

extension cord with the 110V AC power point, since it will defeat the safety protection design provided by the cap and twist tab. Doing so my cause the power point to overload due to powering multiple devices that can reach beyond the 150W load limit and could result in fire or serious injury.

102

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Driver Controls

The power point can switch to a fault mode when it is overloaded, overheated, or shorted. For overloading and shorting conditions, unplug your device and turn the ignition key off then on. For an overheating condition, let the system cool off, then turn the ignition key off then on. The 110V AC power point can provide power whenever the vehicle ignition is in the on position and the power point green indicator light located in the top left corner is turned on. Refer to the indicator light code below for the power point status.

Indicator light codes

Green light is on — Power point is ready to supply power Green light is off — Power point power supply is off. Ignition is not in the on position Green light is blinking — Power point is in fault mode Note: The 110V AC power point will turn off after 13 minutes if the ignition is in the on position without the engine running. Keep the engine running or cycle the ignition before the 13 minute time-out to keep the inverter on.

POWER WINDOWS (IF EQUIPPED)

WARNING: Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let children play with the power windows. They may

seriously injure themselves.

WARNING: When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or

pets are not in the proximity of the window openings.

Press and pull the window switches to open and close windows. • Press down (to the first detent) • Pull up (to the first detent) and

and hold the switch to open.

hold the switch to close.

Rear Window Buffeting: When one or both of the rear windows are open, the vehicle may demonstrate a wind throb or buffeting noise. This noise can be alleviated by lowering a front window approximately 2–3 in. (5–8 cm).

103

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Driver Controls

One-touch down Allows the driver’s window to open fully without holding the control down. Press the switch completely down to the second detent and release quickly. The window will open fully. Momentarily press the switch to any position to stop the window operation. Window lock (if equipped) The window lock feature allows only the driver to operate the power windows. To lock out all the window controls (except for the driver’s) press the right side of the control. Press the left side to restore the window controls. Power sliding back window (if equipped) The control is located on the overhead console. Press and hold the open the window all the way to the full open position. Pull and hold the close the window.

control to

control to

WARNING: When operating the power sliding back window you must ensure all rear seat occupants and/or cargo are not in the

proximity of the back window.

WARNING: Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let children play with the power sliding back window.

They may seriously injure themselves.

Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the off position or until either front door is opened. 104

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Driver Controls

INTERIOR MIRROR The interior rearview mirror has two pivot points on the support arm which lets you adjust the mirror up or down and from side to side.

WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion.

Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror (if equipped) The interior rear view mirror has an auto-dimming function. The electronic day/night mirror will change from the normal (high reflective) state to the non-glare (darkened) state when bright lights (glare) reach the mirror. When the mirror detects bright light from behind the vehicle, it will automatically adjust (darken) to minimize glare. The mirror will automatically return to the normal state whenever the vehicle is placed in R (Reverse) to ensure a bright clear view when backing up. Do not block the sensors on the front and back of the interior rear view mirror since this may impair proper mirror performance. Note: A rear center passenger and/or raised rear center headrest (if equipped) may also block the light from reaching the sensor. Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products. Note: If equipped with a rearview camera system, a video image will display in the mirror or the navigation system display (if equipped) when the vehicle is put in R (Reverse). As you shift into any other gear from R (Reverse), the image will remain for a few seconds and then turn off. Refer to Rearview camera system in the Driving chapter.

105

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Driver Controls

EXTERIOR MIRRORS

Power side view mirrors (if equipped)

WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion.

To adjust your mirrors: 1. Rotate the control clockwise to adjust the right mirror and rotate the control counterclockwise to adjust the left mirror. 2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror. 3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place. The spotter mirror below the main glass (if equipped) must be adjusted manually.

located on the

(if equipped)

Heated outside mirrors The main mirror glass and lower convex spotter mirror are heated to remove ice, mist and fog. To activate the heated mirrors, press the heated mirror control climate control panel. Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to re-adjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place. These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors. Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products.

106

2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)

Driver Controls

Fold-away mirrors Fold the side mirrors in carefully before driving through a narrow space, like an automatic car wash. Power-fold mirrors (if equipped) You can fold the side mirrors simultaneously using the power mirror switch.

To operate the power-fold mirrors: 1. Rotate the switch to the center/neutral position. 2. Momentarily pull the switch rearward to auto fold in. 3. Momentarily pull the switch rearward again to fold back to design position. Note: When power-folding the mirrors, it is normal to hear the sound of the motors.

Power-fold mirror positions, from left to right: Position 1, Position 2, Position 3
The power-fold mirrors may be folded forward/rearward manually to any of the three positions shown and electrically to positions 1 and 2 only. If a mirror is folded manually forward to position 3, you must manually fold it back to position 1 or 2 in order for the power-fold function to continue functioning. Note: Although it is possible to electrically fold the mirror