Ford F-250 2017 User Manual

Name: Ford F-250 2017
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2017 SUPER DUTY Owner’s Manual

November 2016

Second Printing

Owner’s Manual

Super Duty

Litho in U.S.A.

HC3J 19A321 AB

2017 SUPER DUTY

Default Chapter4
- Table of Contents4
Introduction10
- About this Manual10
- Symbols Glossary11
- Data Recording13
- California Proposition 6515
- Perchlorate15
- Ford Credit15
- Replacement Parts Recommendation15
- Special Notices16
- Mobile Communications Equipment17
- Export Unique Options17
Environment19
- Protecting the Environment19
Child Safety20
- General Information20
- Installing Child Restraints21
- Booster Seats33
- Child Restraint Positioning35
- Child Safety Locks36
Seatbelts38
- Principle of Operation38
- Fastening the Seatbelts39
- Seatbelt Height Adjustment43
- Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime43
- Seatbelt Reminder44
- Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance45
- Seatbelt Extension46
Supplementary Restraints System47
- Principle of Operation47
- Driver and Passenger Airbags48
- Side Airbags53
- Safety Canopy54
- Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator55
- Airbag Disposal56
Keys and Remote Controls57
- General Information on Radio57
- Frequencies57
- Remote Control57
- Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control63
Mykey64
- Principle of Operation64
- Creating a Mykey65
- Clearing All Mykeys66
- Checking Mykey System Status66
- Using Mykey with Remote Start Systems66
- Mykey Troubleshooting67
Doors and Locks68
- Locking and Unlocking68
- Keyless Entry71
Tailgate73
- Tailgate Lock73
- Removing the Tailgate73
- Tailgate Step74
- Bed Extender75
- Grocery Mode76
Security77
- Passive Anti-Theft System77
- Anti-Theft Alarm79
Power Running Boards81
- Using Power Running Boards81
Steering Wheel83
- Adjusting the Steering Wheel83
- Audio Control84
- Voice Control85
- Cruise Control85
- Information Display Control85
- Heated Steering Wheel85
Pedals86
- Adjusting the Pedals86
Wipers and Washers87
- Windshield Wipers87
- Autowipers87
- Windshield Washers88
Lighting89
- General Information89
- Lighting Control89
- Autolamps90
- Instrument Lighting Dimmer91
- Daytime Running Lamps91
- Automatic High Beam Control91
- Front Fog Lamps93
- Direction Indicators93
- Spot Lamps93
- Interior Lamps94
- Rear Interior Lamps96
- Ambient Lighting97
Windows and Mirrors98
- Power Windows98
- Global Opening99
- Exterior Mirrors99
- Interior Mirror101
- Sliding Windows102
- Sun Visors102
- Moonroof103
Instrument Cluster105
- Gauges105
- Warning Lamps and Indicators108
- Audible Warnings and Indicators113
Information Displays114
- General Information114
- Information Display Controls124
- Information Messages131
Climate Control148
- Manual Climate Control148
- Automatic Climate Control149
- Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate151
- Heated Windows and Mirrors153
- Heated Exterior Mirrors154
- Cabin Air Filter154
- Remote Start154
Seats155
- Sitting in the Correct Position155
- Head Restraints155
- Manual Seats157
- Power Seats158
- Memory Function160
- Rear Seats162
- Heated Seats163
- Climate Controlled Seats164
- Front Seat Armrest165
- Rear Seat Armrest166
Universal Garage Door167
- Universal Garage Door Opener167
Auxiliary Power Points171
Storage Compartments173
- Center Console173
- Overhead Console173
- Under Seat Storage173
Starting and Stopping the Engine176
- General Information176
- Ignition Switch176
- Keyless Starting177
- Starting a Gasoline Engine - 6.2L/6.8L177
- Starting a Diesel Engine - 6.7L Diesel179
- Diesel Particulate Filter183
- Switching off the Engine - 6.7L Diesel183
- Engine Idle Shutdown184
- Engine Block Heater184
Fuel and Refueling186
- Safety Precautions186
- Fuel Quality - E85187
- Fuel Quality - Diesel188
- Fuel Quality - Gasoline190
- Running out of Fuel191
- Selective Catalytic Reduction System - Diesel191
- Refueling - Gasoline195
- Refueling - Diesel196
- Fuel Consumption198
- Emission Control System - Gasoline199
- Emission Control System - Diesel202
Transmission208
- Automatic Transmission208
- Power Take-Off212
Four-Wheel Drive213
- Using Four-Wheel Drive213
Rear Axle222
- Limited Slip Differential222
- Electronic Locking Differential222
Brakes224
- General Information224
- Hints on Driving with Anti-Lock Brakes225
- Parking Brake225
- Hill Start Assist226
- Switching the System on and off227
Traction Control228
- Principle of Operation228
- Using Traction Control228
Stability Control229
- Principle of Operation229
- Using Stability Control230
Terrain Control232
- Principle of Operation232
- Using Hill Descent Control232
Parking Aids234
- Principle of Operation234
- Rear Parking Aid234
- Rear View Camera235
- 360 Degree Camera238
Cruise Control242
- Principle of Operation242
- Using Cruise Control242
- Using Adaptive Cruise Control243
Driving Aids250
- Lane Keeping System250
- Blind Spot Information System252
- Cross Traffic Alert257
- Steering259
- Collision Warning System261
Load Carrying264
- Load Limit264
- Bed Ramps268
Towing271
- Towing a Trailer271
- Trailer Reversing Aids272
- Trailer Sway Control280
- Recommended Towing Weights280
- Essential Towing Checks284
- Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels292
Driving Hints295
- Breaking-In295
- Economical Driving295
- Driving through Water296
- Floor Mats296
- Snowplowing297
Roadside Emergencies300
- Roadside Assistance300
- Hazard Flashers301
- Fuel Shutoff - 6.2L/6.8L301
- Fuel Shutoff - 6.7L Diesel301
- Jump Starting the Vehicle302
- Post-Crash Alert System305
- Transporting the Vehicle305
- Towing Points306
Customer Assistance308
- Getting the Services You Need308
- In California (U.S. Only)309
- The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)310
- Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)311
- Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada311
- Ordering Additional Owner's Literature312
- Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)313
- Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)313
Fuses315
- Fuse Specification Chart315
- Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel320
- Changing a Fuse323
Maintenance325
- General Information325
- Opening and Closing the Hood325
- Under Hood Overview - 6.2L326
- Under Hood Overview - 6.7L Diesel327
- Under Hood Overview - 6.8L329
- Engine Oil Dipstick - 6.2L/6.8L330
- Engine Oil Dipstick - 6.7L Diesel330
- Engine Oil Check - 6.2L/6.8L330
- Engine Oil Check - 6.7L Diesel331
- Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter332
- Changing the Coalescer Filter Element333
- Oil Change Indicator Reset334
- Engine Coolant Check - 6.2L/6.8L335
- Engine Coolant Check - 6.7L Diesel339
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Check343
- Transfer Case Fluid Check346
- Brake Fluid Check346
- Power Steering Fluid Check347
- Washer Fluid Check347
- Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap - 6.7L Diesel348
- Fuel Filter - 6.2L/6.8L349
- Changing the 12V Battery349
- Checking the Wiper Blades351
- Changing the Wiper Blades351
- Adjusting the Headlamps352
- Changing a Bulb353
- Bulb Specification Chart356
- Changing the Engine Air Filter - 6.2L/6.8L359
- Changing the Engine Air Filter - 6.7L Diesel360
- Changing the Engine-Mounted and Diesel Fuel Conditioner Module Fuel Filters - 6.7L Diesel362
Vehicle Care367
- General Information367
- Cleaning Products367
- Cleaning the Exterior368
- Waxing369
- Cleaning the Engine369
- Cleaning the Exhaust - 6.7L Diesel370
- Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades370
- Cleaning the Interior371
- Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens371
- Cleaning Leather Seats372
- Repairing Minor Paint Damage373
- Cleaning the Wheels373
- Vehicle Storage374
Wheels and Tires377
- General Information377
- Tire Care380
- Using Snow Chains397
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System397
- Changing a Road Wheel405
- Technical Specifications416
Capacities and Specifications418
- Engine Specifications - 6.2L418
- Engine Specifications - 6.7L Diesel418
- Engine Specifications - 6.8L419
- Motorcraft Parts - 6.2L420
- Motorcraft Parts - 6.7L Diesel421
- Motorcraft Parts - 6.8L422
- Vehicle Identification Number423
- Vehicle Certification Label424
- Transmission Code Designation424
- Capacities and Specifications - 6.2L425
- Capacities and Specifications - 6.7L Diesel430
- Capacities and Specifications - 6.8L437
Audio System444
- General Information444
- Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM445
- Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Am/Fm/CD/Sync446
- Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Am/Fm/CD/Touchscreen Display450
- Digital Radio451
- Satellite Radio454
- USB Port457
Sync458
- General Information458
- Using Voice Recognition460
- Using SYNC with Your Phone462
- SYNC Applications and Services474
- Using SYNC with Your Media Player479
- SYNC Troubleshooting488
- Sync488
Sync™ 3496
- General Information496
- Home Screen507
- Using Voice Recognition508
- Entertainment515
- Climate525
- Phone527
- Making Calls530
- Navigation533
- Apps541
- Settings544
- Sync557
Accessories569
- Auxiliary Switches570
Ford Protect574
Scheduled Maintenance576
- General Maintenance Information576
- Normal Scheduled Maintenance579
- Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance584
- Scheduled Maintenance Record594
Appendices604
- End User License Agreement604

Questions and Answers:

S
Stephen CampbellJul 27, 2025
What to do if I lost the only admin key for my Ford F-250 2017 Automobile?
- J
  Jeffrey BrownJul 27, 2025
  If you lost the only admin key, purchase a new key or transmitter from your authorized dealer.

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Brand	Ford
Model	F-250 2017
Category	Automobile
Language	English

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