2019 Ford F450 Super Duty Owner's Manual

2019 Ford F450 Super Duty owners manual
Year:
2019
Make:
Ford
Model:
F450 Super Duty
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11.55 MB
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Table of Contents

Table of contents
4
Copyright ©
2
Introduction
10
About This Manual
10
Symbols Glossary
11
Data Recording
13
Perchlorate
17
Ford Credit
17
Replacement Parts Recommendation
17
Special Notices
17
Mobile Communications Equipment
19
Export Unique Options
19
Environment
20
Protecting the Environment
20
At a Glance
21
Instrument Panel
21
Child Safety
23
General Information
23
Installing Child Restraints
25
Booster Seats
36
Child Restraint Positioning
38
Child Safety Locks
40
Seatbelts
41
Principle of Operation
41
Fastening the Seatbelts
42
Seatbelt Height Adjustment
46
Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime
46
Seatbelt Reminder
47
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance
48
Seatbelt Extensions
49
Supplementary Restraints System
50
Principle of Operation
50
Driver and Passenger Airbags
51
Side Airbags
57
Safety Canopy™
58
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator
59
Airbag Disposal
60
Keys and Remote Controls
61
General Information on Radio Frequencies
61
Remote Control
61
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control
67
MyKey™
68
Principle of Operation
68
Creating a MyKey
69
Clearing All MyKeys
70
Checking MyKey System Status
70
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems
70
MyKey – Troubleshooting
70
Doors and Locks
72
Locking and Unlocking
72
Keyless Entry
75
Tailgate
77
Tailgate Lock
77
Removing the Tailgate
77
Tailgate Step
78
Bed Extender
79
Security
81
Passive Anti-Theft System
81
Anti-Theft Alarm
83
Power Running Boards
85
Using Power Running Boards
85
Steering Wheel
87
Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles With: Manual Adjustable Steering Column
87
Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles With: Power Adjustable Steering Column
87
Audio Control
88
Voice Control
89
Cruise Control
89
Information Display Control
90
Heated Steering Wheel
90
Adjustable Pedals
91
Adjusting the Pedals
91
Wipers and Washers
92
Windshield Wipers
92
Autowipers
92
Windshield Washers
93
Lighting
94
General Information
94
Lighting Control
94
Autolamps
95
Instrument Lighting Dimmer
95
Daytime Running Lamps
96
Automatic High Beam Control
96
Front Fog Lamps
97
Direction Indicators
98
Spot Lamps
98
Interior Lamps
98
Cargo Lamps
99
Windows and Mirrors
100
Power Windows
100
Global Opening
101
Exterior Mirrors
101
Interior Mirror
103
Sliding Windows
104
Sun Visors
104
Moonroof
105
Instrument Cluster
107
Gauges
107
Warning Lamps and Indicators
110
Audible Warnings and Indicators
114
Information Displays
115
General Information
115
Information Messages
131
Climate Control
148
Manual Climate Control
148
Automatic Climate Control
149
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate
151
Heated Rear Window
153
Heated Exterior Mirrors
154
Cabin Air Filter
154
Remote Start
154
Seats
155
Sitting in the Correct Position
155
Head Restraints
155
Manual Seats
157
Power Seats
158
Memory Function
161
Rear Seats
162
Heated Seats
163
Climate Controlled Seats
165
Front Seat Armrest
166
Garage Door Opener
167
Universal Garage Door Opener
167
Auxiliary Power Points
171
Auxiliary Power Points
171
Storage Compartments
173
Center Console
173
Overhead Console
173
Under Seat Storage
173
Starting and Stopping the Engine
176
General Information
176
Ignition Switch
176
Keyless Starting
177
Starting a Gasoline Engine - 6.2L/​6.8L
177
Starting a Diesel Engine - 6.7L Diesel
179
Switching Off the Engine - 6.7L Diesel
184
Engine Idle Shutdown
184
Engine Block Heater
184
Fuel and Refueling
186
Safety Precautions
186
Fuel Quality - E85
187
Fuel Quality - Diesel
188
Fuel Quality - Gasoline
190
Running Out of Fuel
191
Refueling - Gasoline
191
Refueling - Diesel
192
Fuel Consumption
195
Engine Emission Control
196
Emission Law
196
Catalytic Converter
197
Selective Catalytic Reductant System - Diesel
199
Diesel Particulate Filter
203
Transmission
209
Automatic Transmission
209
Power Take-Off
214
Four-Wheel Drive
215
Using Four-Wheel Drive
215
Rear Axle
224
Limited Slip Differential
224
Electronic Locking Differential
224
Brakes
226
General Information
226
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes
228
Parking Brake
228
Hill Start Assist
228
Traction Control
230
Principle of Operation
230
Using Traction Control
230
Stability Control
231
Principle of Operation
231
Using Stability Control
232
Terrain Control
234
Principle of Operation
234
Using Hill Descent Control
234
Parking Aids
236
Principle of Operation
236
Rear Parking Aid
236
Rear View Camera
237
360 Degree Camera
240
Cruise Control
244
Principle of Operation
244
Using Cruise Control
244
Using Adaptive Cruise Control
245
Driving Aids
252
Driver Alert
252
Lane Keeping System
253
Blind Spot Information System
256
Cross Traffic Alert
261
Steering
263
Pre-Collision Assist
265
Load Carrying
269
Load Limit
269
Bed Ramps
273
Towing
276
Towing a Trailer
276
Trailer Reversing Aids
278
Trailer Sway Control
285
Recommended Towing Weights
286
Essential Towing Checks
290
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels
299
Driving Hints
302
Breaking-In
302
Economical Driving
302
Driving Through Water
303
Floor Mats
303
Snow Plowing
304
Roadside Emergencies
307
Roadside Assistance
307
Hazard Flashers
308
Fire Extinguisher
308
Warning Triangle
308
Fuel Shutoff
308
Jump Starting the Vehicle
309
Post-Crash Alert System
311
Transporting the Vehicle
311
Towing Points
312
Customer Assistance
314
Getting the Services You Need
314
In California (U.S. Only)
315
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)
316
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)
317
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada
317
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature
319
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
319
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
319
Fuses
321
Fuse Specification Chart
321
Changing a Fuse
330
Maintenance
332
General Information
332
Opening and Closing the Hood
332
Under Hood Overview - 6.2L
333
Under Hood Overview - 6.7L Diesel
334
Under Hood Overview - 6.8L
336
Engine Oil Dipstick - 6.2L/​6.8L
337
Engine Oil Dipstick - 6.7L Diesel
337
Engine Oil Check - 6.2L/​6.8L
337
Engine Oil Check - 6.7L Diesel
338
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
339
Changing the Crankcase Vent Filter Element
340
Oil Change Indicator Reset
341
Engine Coolant Check - 6.2L/​6.8L
342
Engine Coolant Check - 6.7L Diesel
346
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check
349
Transfer Case Fluid Check
352
Brake Fluid Check
353
Power Steering Fluid Check
353
Washer Fluid Check
354
Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap - 6.7L Diesel
354
Fuel Filter - 6.2L/​6.8L
356
Changing the 12V Battery
357
Checking the Wiper Blades
359
Changing the Wiper Blades
359
Adjusting the Headlamps
359
Changing a Bulb
361
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 6.2L/​6.8L
364
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 6.7L Diesel
365
Changing the Engine-Mounted and Diesel Fuel Conditioner Module Fuel Filters - 6.7L Diesel
367
Vehicle Care
372
General Information
372
Cleaning Products
372
Cleaning the Exterior
372
Waxing
374
Cleaning the Engine
374
Cleaning the Exhaust - 6.7L Diesel
374
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades
375
Cleaning the Interior
375
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens
377
Cleaning Leather Seats
377
Repairing Minor Paint Damage
379
Cleaning the Wheels
379
Vehicle Storage
379
Wheels and Tires
382
General Information
382
Tire Care
384
Using Snow Chains
400
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
401
Changing a Road Wheel
409
Technical Specifications
420
Capacities and Specifications
422
Engine Specifications - 6.2L
422
Engine Specifications - 6.7L Diesel
422
Engine Specifications - 6.8L
423
Motorcraft Parts - 6.2L
424
Motorcraft Parts - 6.7L Diesel
425
Motorcraft Parts - 6.8L
426
Vehicle Identification Number
427
Vehicle Certification Label
428
Transmission Code Designation
428
Capacities and Specifications - 6.2L
429
Capacities and Specifications - 6.7L Diesel
434
Capacities and Specifications - 6.8L
440
Bulb Specification Chart
445
Audio System
447
General Information
447
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/​FM
447
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/​FM/​Touchscreen Display
449
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/​FM/​SYNC
450
Digital Radio
454
Satellite Radio
456
USB Port
459
Media Hub
459
SYNC™
460
General Information
460
Using Voice Recognition
462
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone
464
SYNC™ Applications and Services
476
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player
481
SYNC™ Troubleshooting
490
SYNC™ 3
498
General Information
498
Home Screen
510
Using Voice Recognition
511
Entertainment
518
Climate
528
Phone
530
Navigation
536
Apps
544
Settings
547
SYNC™ 3 Troubleshooting
561
Accessories
575
Accessories
575
Auxiliary Switches
577
Ford Protect
581
Ford Protect
581
Scheduled Maintenance
583
General Maintenance Information
583
Normal Scheduled Maintenance
587
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance
591
Scheduled Maintenance Record
600
Appendices
611
Electromagnetic Compatibility
611
End User License Agreement
613
Type Approvals
639
Index
652

2019 Ford F450 Super Duty Overview

Introduction

The 2019 Ford F450 Super Duty stands as a titan in the heavy-duty truck segment, delivering unparalleled capability, advanced technology, and luxury comfort. Designed for those who demand the ultimate in towing and hauling strength, the F450 offers a robust platform that excels in every aspect of heavy-duty work. With its imposing stature and refined features, this truck serves both as a workhorse and a symbol of rugged elegance.

Powertrains

At the heart of the 2019 F450 Super Duty lies a choice of formidable powertrains. The standard 6.2-liter V8 engine provides a solid 385 horsepower and 430 lb-ft of torque, making it a reliable option for various tasks. For those seeking more power, the available 6.7-liter Power Stroke V8 turbo-diesel engine offers a staggering 450 horsepower and 935 lb-ft of torque, ensuring that no job is too tough. Both engines come paired with a smooth-shifting 6-speed automatic transmission, optimizing performance in every scenario.

Trims

The 2019 Ford F450 Super Duty is available in several well-appointed trims: XL, XLT, Lariat, King Ranch, and Platinum. Each trim level offers a unique blend of features tailored to meet the needs of diverse drivers. While the XL is focused on utility, higher trims like the Platinum bring an array of luxurious enhancements, including leather upholstery, advanced infotainment systems, and premium audio for a superior driving experience.

Features

This heavy-duty truck boasts a plethora of state-of-the-art features designed to enhance both convenience and safety. The Ford SYNC infotainment system includes features like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, allowing seamless connectivity on the go. Safety is prioritized with options for adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, and a rearview camera, promoting confidence while navigating various terrains.

Owner's Manual

The 2019 Ford F450 Super Duty comes equipped with an comprehensive owner's manual that serves as a critical resource for maintenance, operation, and troubleshooting. This manual details essential care instructions, safety guidelines, and the flexibility to adjust the truck's abundant features to maximize both functionality and driving enjoyment.

User manual download

The Ford F450 Super Duty owner manual for the 2019 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2019 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.

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