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How Does The Ford 550 Traction Control Work
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...duty trucks equipped with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number F1TZ-19580-B or ... light ( or ) will set by the engine control system to inform you to be removed for ash ... or three months, whichever comes first. F-450 and F-550 axle maintenance: Change rear axle fluid every 100,000 miles...Traction-Lok rear axles (refer to be changed every 50,000 miles ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 2
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Tire information Tire inflation Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Vehicle loading Trailer towing Trailer brake controller-integrated Recreational towing
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Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 10
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... Information, Terms and Conditions. When a dealer or repair facility works on your vehicle's Warranty Guide for example, increase horsepower and ...2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) If you do not want Ford or its features, please... (if equipped, U.S. Additionally, when you with Powertrain Control Systems that can detect and store information about the occupants...
Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 19
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... when using the electronic locking differential.
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2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) If the light fails to display when the ignition is active. Instrument Cluster
AdvanceTrac/Traction control (if equipped): Displays when the AdvanceTrac/Traction control is turned on, or remains on, have the system serviced...
Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 31
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... LIMITED TO 80 MPH - Refer to MyKey in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. 31
2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) TRACTION CONTROL OFF (if equipped) - VEHICLE SPEED 80 MPH MAX - Displayed when starting the vehicle and MyKey is in the Locks and...
Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 43
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...to go through the connections list. 43
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2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Use the up and down arrows to ...instructions to go back and change the currently selected trailer. Instrument Cluster
• 4X4 System • Traction Control • Advancetrac + RSC Trailer: Press the right arrow key (when in the Off Road menu...
Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 55
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...Locks and Security chapter for more information, refer to a system error; Displayed when the traction control has been disabled by the driver. For more information. FOR 4X4 LOW SHIFT TO N...operation in the Driving chapter. 55
2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) POWER STEERING ASSIST FAULT - TRACTION CONTROL OFF (if equipped) - Displayed when a 4X4 system fault...
Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 219
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...the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and... as a tire graded 100. Department of Transportation requires Ford Motor Company to variations in driving habits, service practices...poor traction performance. 219
2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) U.S. Traction AA A B C WARNING: The traction ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 243
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... use snow chains on the B-Pillar or the edge of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. See Load Carrying for...when using snow tires and chains. 243
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Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 260
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...TBC interacts with a trailer attached; Ford is not responsible for towing a trailer... cooling. anticipate stops and brake gradually.
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Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 274
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... "rev-up" when you press further on . WARNING: Aggressive driving in these conditions. The traction control system will automatically turn the system on . The traction control system should normally be serviced by an authorized dealer. 274
2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) If a system fault is turned off and...
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...system could lead to Illuminated Disabled 4WD 1
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Engaging 4WD automatically disables TCS.
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... be turned off, refer to limit wheel spin by momentarily reducing engine power. Brake traction control works to MyKey in certain situations. Traction control is not on the brake, the brake pedal may experience the following . 277
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Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 279
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2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) In R (Reverse), ABS and the engine traction control and brake traction control features will illuminate steadily. If you switch off the AdvanceTrac with RSC system, the stability...
Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 284
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...instrument cluster turns off -road use on the 4WD control toward you. Note: The ELD is designed for ...4WD system: Pull the knob on dry pavement. 284
2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Note: The ELD may ...CHECK LOCKING DIFFERENTIAL message in the instrument cluster. See your authorized Ford dealer for use only and is too high during an engagement attempt. ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 310
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...maneuver (steering, acceleration or braking). This increases traction, enabling you leave your authorized dealer. 4WD systems 4WD (when you to gravel) there will be working properly. Failure to drive cautiously could result in...vehicles, when the transfer case is in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. • If the vehicle goes from...
Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 311
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.... Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against you are driving in mud. Traction or brake capability may illuminate (if equipped)....be checked and changed, if necessary. 311
2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Remember, you... sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when you regain control of the trail. You should be able to speed and...
Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 396
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... or for service of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to the specified schedule...control components and a catalytic converter which can start a fire. Have a damaged or improperly operating exhaust system inspected and repaired immediately.
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Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 424
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... coverage on parts affected by the lack of the work performed is your responsibility to protect your continuing satisfaction. Ford strongly recommends the use of your vehicle. Carefully following...the 424
2012 F-250/350/450/550 (f23) Owners Guide, 4th Printing USA (fus) Scheduled maintenance for replacement of components affecting emission control must be completed at the lowest ...
Owner Guide 4th Printing - Page 447
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...towing ...263 Trailer Brake Controller-Integrated ...256 trailer towing ...252 wrecker ...351 Traction control ...274 Trailer Brake Controller-Integrated ...256 Trailer sway control ...281 Transfer case ...opener ..116 Upfitter controls ...114 USB port ...71 V Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...417 Vehicle loading ...244 Ventilating your vehicle ...269 447
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