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...and other options. Waiting four seconds or pressing the RESET button cycles the message center through each of obstacles near the rear bumper, and functions only when R (Reverse) gear is now calibrated. Press RESET to choose: • ELECTRIC •...Press the RESET button until the CIRCLE SLOWLY TO CALIBRATE display changes to turn this feature on . REAR PARK AID (if equipped) This feature sounds a warning tone to choose which language the message center... / FRENCH Allows you to set the language choice. 28 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)
...and other options. Waiting four seconds or pressing the RESET button cycles the message center through each of obstacles near the rear bumper, and functions only when R (Reverse) gear is now calibrated. Press RESET to choose: • ELECTRIC •...Press the RESET button until the CIRCLE SLOWLY TO CALIBRATE display changes to turn this feature on . REAR PARK AID (if equipped) This feature sounds a warning tone to choose which language the message center... / FRENCH Allows you to set the language choice. 28 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)
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... fog lamp bulbs (if equipped) 1. Replacing license plate lamp bulbs The license plate bulbs are located behind the rear bumper to remove it from the lamp assembly. 3. Remove the bulb socket from the lamp assembly. 3. To change the license plate lamp bulbs: 1. Twist the bulb ...the fog lamp by turning it counterclockwise. 3. Make sure the headlamps are off . 2. Install the new bulb(s) in lamp assembly by turning it clockwise. 97 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. Install the bulb socket in reverse...
... fog lamp bulbs (if equipped) 1. Replacing license plate lamp bulbs The license plate bulbs are located behind the rear bumper to remove it from the lamp assembly. 3. Remove the bulb socket from the lamp assembly. 3. To change the license plate lamp bulbs: 1. Twist the bulb ...the fog lamp by turning it counterclockwise. 3. Make sure the headlamps are off . 2. Install the new bulb(s) in lamp assembly by turning it clockwise. 97 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. Install the bulb socket in reverse...
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...WARNING: Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of the vehicle (including frame, bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks) may affect the performance of the airbag system... modify the airbag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses. Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING: Never place your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably. • Recline the seat slightly one or two degrees...of injury in this guide. Placing objects on safety restraints in a collision. 181 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)
...WARNING: Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of the vehicle (including frame, bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks) may affect the performance of the airbag system... modify the airbag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses. Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING: Never place your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably. • Recline the seat slightly one or two degrees...of injury in this guide. Placing objects on safety restraints in a collision. 181 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)
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...in some climates, you need to use of your vehicle when using snow tires and chains. 243 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) If you may chip... aluminum wheels. See Load Carrying for the last tire trained (driver's side rear tire), the TPMS indicator stops flashing, and the message center (if equipped) displays a message. 10. ...on the B-Pillar or the edge of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford. Note: The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage. decrease the air pressure until the horn sounds. ...
...in some climates, you need to use of your vehicle when using snow tires and chains. 243 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) If you may chip... aluminum wheels. See Load Carrying for the last tire trained (driver's side rear tire), the TPMS indicator stops flashing, and the message center (if equipped) displays a message. 10. ...on the B-Pillar or the edge of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford. Note: The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage. decrease the air pressure until the horn sounds. ...
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...hitch ball, spring bars and snap-up brackets. Vehicle type F-250/F-350 Single Rear Wheel (SRW) F-350 Dual Rear Wheel (DRW) F-450/550 Rear axle ratio 3.73 4.30 3.73 4.30 4.88 Maximum GCWR - The draw...trailer and make sure it is properly attached to your trailer so that clamps onto the vehicle's bumper or attaches to as possible if you require assistance. DO NOT REMOVE! Hitches WARNING: ON PICK... result in your vehicle. Hitch ratings The standard hitch has two ratings depending on this system. 253 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Do not mount a ...
...hitch ball, spring bars and snap-up brackets. Vehicle type F-250/F-350 Single Rear Wheel (SRW) F-350 Dual Rear Wheel (DRW) F-450/550 Rear axle ratio 3.73 4.30 3.73 4.30 4.88 Maximum GCWR - The draw...trailer and make sure it is properly attached to your trailer so that clamps onto the vehicle's bumper or attaches to as possible if you require assistance. DO NOT REMOVE! Hitches WARNING: ON PICK... result in your vehicle. Hitch ratings The standard hitch has two ratings depending on this system. 253 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Do not mount a ...
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...and repeat Steps 3-6. WARNING: Do not adjust a weight-distributing hitch to any position where the rear bumper of vehicle control and personal injury. WARNING: Towing trailers beyond the maximum tongue weight exceeds the limit...so that hitch but may cause unpredictable handling, and could result in serious personal injury. 254 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and... and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your dealer or online at https://www.fleet.ford.com/showroom/rv_trailer_towing/default.asp. Measure the height of the top of the weight-distributing hitch...
...and repeat Steps 3-6. WARNING: Do not adjust a weight-distributing hitch to any position where the rear bumper of vehicle control and personal injury. WARNING: Towing trailers beyond the maximum tongue weight exceeds the limit...so that hitch but may cause unpredictable handling, and could result in serious personal injury. 254 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and... and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your dealer or online at https://www.fleet.ford.com/showroom/rv_trailer_towing/default.asp. Measure the height of the top of the weight-distributing hitch...
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...to stop than six inches (15 centimeters) above the bottom edge of the rear bumper. Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Water Craft (PWC) Note: Disconnect the wiring to the trailer after the trailer is required. 262 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus...) Affecting driveability, emissions, and reliability. Water may allow more distance and time to rise above the bottom edge of the rear bumper. 2. Tires • Select tires that ...
...to stop than six inches (15 centimeters) above the bottom edge of the rear bumper. Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Water Craft (PWC) Note: Disconnect the wiring to the trailer after the trailer is required. 262 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus...) Affecting driveability, emissions, and reliability. Water may allow more distance and time to rise above the bottom edge of the rear bumper. 2. Tires • Select tires that ...
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... activation. Reverse sensing is not effective at "parking speeds". WARNING: To help avoid personal injury, please read and understand the limitations of obstacles near the rear bumper when the R (Reverse) is selected and the vehicle is designed to provide a warning to assist the driver in this may not detect certain angular or... function of the RSS system may not detect smaller objects, particularly those close to avoid damaging the vehicle. The system may create false beeps. 296 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)
... activation. Reverse sensing is not effective at "parking speeds". WARNING: To help avoid personal injury, please read and understand the limitations of obstacles near the rear bumper when the R (Reverse) is selected and the vehicle is designed to provide a warning to assist the driver in this may not detect certain angular or... function of the RSS system may not detect smaller objects, particularly those close to avoid damaging the vehicle. The system may create false beeps. 296 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus)
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... be disabled. When the vehicle is less than 10 inches (25.0 cm) from the rear bumper with electric trailer brakes is down, the RSS tone may have reduced performance or an increased...detection if the tailgate is on the TBC, refer to the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. 297 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Once the system detects an...trailer brake controller (TBC) and a trailer with a decreased coverage area at the outer corners of the bumper, (refer to the figures for only three seconds. Refer to Message center in the Locks and Security chapter...
... be disabled. When the vehicle is less than 10 inches (25.0 cm) from the rear bumper with electric trailer brakes is down, the RSS tone may have reduced performance or an increased...detection if the tailgate is on the TBC, refer to the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. 297 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Once the system detects an...trailer brake controller (TBC) and a trailer with a decreased coverage area at the outer corners of the bumper, (refer to the figures for only three seconds. Refer to Message center in the Locks and Security chapter...
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... reverse parking the vehicle. It adds assistance to the vehicle orientation and/or road condition. 298 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) If your vehicle sustains damage to the rear bumper/fascia, leaving it will display on the left portion of the RSS. an image will affect... the accuracy of the rearview mirror or on the navigation screen (if equipped). Driving Keep the RSS sensors (located on the rear bumper/fascia) free from snow, ice and large accumulations of the area behind the vehicle.
... reverse parking the vehicle. It adds assistance to the vehicle orientation and/or road condition. 298 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) If your vehicle sustains damage to the rear bumper/fascia, leaving it will display on the left portion of the RSS. an image will affect... the accuracy of the rearview mirror or on the navigation screen (if equipped). Driving Keep the RSS sensors (located on the rear bumper/fascia) free from snow, ice and large accumulations of the area behind the vehicle.
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...so the video image remains clear and undistorted. If this might not be covered with a soft, lint-free cloth and non-abrasive cleaner. Driving • (1) Rear bumper • (2) Red zone • (3) Yellow zone • (4) Green zone • (5) Centerline of the vehicle. this occurs, clean the camera lens ... the vehicle; When towing, the camera system will only see what is located on for a few seconds before using the camera system. 299 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Press the "Settings" button found on the navigation screen (if equipped...
...so the video image remains clear and undistorted. If this might not be covered with a soft, lint-free cloth and non-abrasive cleaner. Driving • (1) Rear bumper • (2) Red zone • (3) Yellow zone • (4) Green zone • (5) Centerline of the vehicle. this occurs, clean the camera lens ... the vehicle; When towing, the camera system will only see what is located on for a few seconds before using the camera system. 299 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Press the "Settings" button found on the navigation screen (if equipped...
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... or in dark areas, the camera system relies on while the vehicle is not in R (Reverse), have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. 300 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) WARNING: Do not use the camera system with your authorized dealer to have your... camera system. If the back end of the vehicle is hit or damaged, then check with the tailgate open. Therefore it in conjunction with the rear view mirror and the side mirrors for proper coverage and operation. WARNING: Objects that both reverse lamps are close to either of the...
... or in dark areas, the camera system relies on while the vehicle is not in R (Reverse), have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. 300 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) WARNING: Do not use the camera system with your authorized dealer to have your... camera system. If the back end of the vehicle is hit or damaged, then check with the tailgate open. Therefore it in conjunction with the rear view mirror and the side mirrors for proper coverage and operation. WARNING: Objects that both reverse lamps are close to either of the...
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...is equipped the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), the system indicator light will illuminate when the spare is in use. Park on passenger side 334 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Replace the spare tire with the road tire as soon as possible....dealer in order to prevent damage to the TPMS sensor; To restore the full functionality of the rear bumper Regular cab and Crew Cab: Fastened to floor pan behind rearmost seat on passenger side SuperCab: Under rear bench seat on a level surface, activate hazard flashers and set , then block (in both ...
...is equipped the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), the system indicator light will illuminate when the spare is in use. Park on passenger side 334 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Replace the spare tire with the road tire as soon as possible....dealer in order to prevent damage to the TPMS sensor; To restore the full functionality of the rear bumper Regular cab and Crew Cab: Fastened to floor pan behind rearmost seat on passenger side SuperCab: Under rear bench seat on a level surface, activate hazard flashers and set , then block (in both ...
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...total weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety Compliance Certification...Wheel locks •Tool/Cargo boxes* •Protective seat covers* •Bumper and hitch mounted parking sensors* Not all accessories are available for specific weight ...8226; Mobile communications systems may adversely affect battery performance and durability. 420 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (...copy of the driver's side hood. • Any non-Ford custom electrical or electronic accessories or components that are fully designed...
...total weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety Compliance Certification...Wheel locks •Tool/Cargo boxes* •Protective seat covers* •Bumper and hitch mounted parking sensors* Not all accessories are available for specific weight ...8226; Mobile communications systems may adversely affect battery performance and durability. 420 2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (...copy of the driver's side hood. • Any non-Ford custom electrical or electronic accessories or components that are fully designed...