2025 Ford Super Duty Owner's Manual

2025 Ford Super Duty owners manual
Year:
2025
Make:
Ford
Model:
Super Duty

Online manual

Size:
10.06 MB

Table of Contents

Table of contents
5
Copyright ©
3
Contacting Us
21
Contacting Us
21
Introduction
23
About This Publication
23
Using This Publication
24
Symbols Glossary
25
Symbols Used on Your Vehicle
25
Symbols Used On Your Instrument Cluster
27
Data Privacy
31
Data Privacy
31
Service Data
32
Event Data
32
Settings Data
33
Connected Vehicle Data
33
Mobile Device Data
34
Emergency Call System Data
34
Environment
35
Protecting the Environment
35
Visual Search
36
Interior Overview
36
Exterior Overview
37
Child Safety
38
Child Safety Precautions
38
Child Restraint Anchor Points
39
Child Restraints
41
Installing Child Restraints
42
Booster Seats
49
Child Safety Locks - Crew Cab/​SuperCab
51
Seatbelts
52
Seatbelt Precautions
52
Fastening and Unfastening the Seatbelts
53
Sensitive Locking Mode
54
Automatic Locking Mode
54
Adjusting the Seatbelts During Pregnancy
55
Adjusting the Seatbelt Height
55
Adjusting the Seatbelt Length
56
Seatbelt Reminder
56
Checking the Seatbelts
58
Seatbelt Extensions
58
Airbags
59
How Do the Front Airbags Work
59
How Do the Side Airbags Work
59
How Does the Safety Canopy™ Work
60
Airbag Precautions
61
Switching the Passenger Airbag On and Off
62
Properly Adjusting the Driver and Front Passenger Seats
66
Children and Airbags
66
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator
67
Disposing of Airbags
68
911 Assist
69
What Is 911 Assist
69
How Does 911 Assist Work
69
Emergency Call Requirements
69
Emergency Call Limitations
70
911 Assist Videos
70
Keys and Remote Controls
71
Remote Control Limitations
71
Using the Remote Control
71
Opening and Closing the Flip Key
72
Removing the Key Blade - Vehicles With: Push Button Start
72
Sounding the Panic Alarm
73
Locating Your Vehicle
73
Changing the Remote Control Battery - Vehicles With: Flip Key
73
Changing the Remote Control Battery - Vehicles With: Push Button Start
74
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control
75
Programming the Remote Control - Vehicles With: Flip Key
76
Programming the Remote Control - Vehicles With: Push Button Start
77
Keys and Remote Controls Audible Warnings - Vehicles With: Push Button Start
78
Keys and Remote Controls Audible Warnings - Vehicles With: Flip Key
78
Keys and Remote Controls – Troubleshooting
78
Doors and Locks
79
Operating the Doors From Outside Your Vehicle
79
Operating the Doors From Inside Your Vehicle
79
Autounlock
80
Autolock
80
Mislock
80
Doors and Locks Audible Warnings
80
Doors and Locks – Troubleshooting
81
Keyless Entry
83
Keyless Entry Limitations
83
Keyless Entry Settings
83
Using Keyless Entry
83
Keyless Entry – Troubleshooting
84
Keyless Entry Videos
84
Easy Entry and Exit
85
How Does Easy Entry and Exit Work
85
Switching Easy Entry and Exit On and Off
85
Tailgate
86
Tailgate Precautions
86
Opening the Tailgate
86
Removing and Installing the Tailgate
86
Tailgate Step
87
Tailgate Videos
88
Tailgate
89
Tailgate Precautions
89
Opening the Tailgate
89
Closing the Tailgate
89
Removing and Installing the Tailgate
90
Tailgate Step
92
Tailgate – Troubleshooting
93
Tailgate Videos
94
Tailgate
95
Tailgate Precautions
95
Opening the Tailgate
95
Removing and Installing the Tailgate
95
Tailgate Step
96
Tailgate – Troubleshooting
98
Tailgate Videos
99
Security
100
Passive Anti-Theft System
100
Anti-Theft Alarm System
100
Security – Troubleshooting
101
Power Running Boards
103
Power Running Board Precautions
103
Power Running Board Settings
103
Power Running Boards – Troubleshooting
104
Steering Wheel
105
Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles With: Manual Adjustable Steering Column
105
Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles With: Power Adjustable Steering Column
105
Resetting the Stopping Position - Vehicles With: Power Adjustable Steering Column
106
Horn
106
Switching the Heated Steering Wheel On and Off - Vehicles With: Heated Steering Wheel
107
Adjustable Pedals
108
Adjusting the Pedals
108
Wipers and Washers
109
Wipers
109
Autowipers
109
Checking the Wiper Blades
110
Replacing the Front Wiper Blades
110
Washers
110
Wipers and Washers Videos
112
Wipers and Washers – Troubleshooting
112
Exterior Lighting
113
Exterior Lighting Control
113
Headlamps
113
Headlamps – Troubleshooting
114
Autolamps
114
Exterior Lamps
115
Exterior Zone Lighting
117
Automatic High Beam Control
118
Automatic High Beam Control – Troubleshooting
120
Adaptive Front Lighting
121
Exterior Lighting Videos
121
Interior Lighting
122
Switching All of the Interior Lamps On and Off
122
Switching the Front Interior Lamps On and Off
122
Switching the Rear Interior Lamps On and Off
122
Interior Lamp Function
122
Adjusting the Instrument Panel Lighting Brightness
123
Ambient Lighting
123
Interior Lighting – Troubleshooting
123
Windows
124
Opening and Closing the Windows
124
Global Opening
124
Window Bounce-Back
125
Locking the Rear Window Controls - Crew Cab/​SuperCab
125
Opening and Closing the Sliding Windows - Vehicles With: Power Sliding Rear Window
125
Windows Videos
126
Interior Mirror
127
Interior Mirror Precautions
127
Manually Dimming the Interior Mirror
127
Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror
127
Exterior Mirrors
128
Adjusting the Exterior Mirrors
128
Folding the Exterior Mirrors - Vehicles With: Manual Folding Mirrors
128
Folding the Exterior Mirrors - Vehicles With: Power Folding Mirrors
128
Extending the Exterior Mirrors
129
Exterior Mirrors Videos
130
Glass Roof
131
Opening and Closing the Sunshade
131
Opening and Closing the Glass Roof
131
Venting the Glass Roof
132
Glass Roof Bounce-Back
132
Instrument Cluster
133
Instrument Cluster Overview - Vehicles With: 4.2 Inch Screen
133
Instrument Cluster Overview - Vehicles With: 12 Inch Screen
134
Tachometer
134
Speedometer
134
Fuel Gauge
134
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
135
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
135
Engine Oil Temperature Gauge
135
Transmission Fluid Temperature Gauge
135
Turbo Boost Gauge
135
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Gauge
135
Instrument Cluster Display
136
Using the Instrument Cluster Display Controls
136
Instrument Cluster Display Main Menu - Vehicles With: 4.2 Inch Screen
136
Instrument Cluster Display Main Menu - Vehicles With: 12 Inch Screen
137
Customizing the Instrument Cluster Display - Vehicles With: 4.2 Inch Screen
137
Customizing the Instrument Cluster Display - Vehicles With: 12 Inch Screen
137
Trip Computer
138
Accessing the Trip Computer - Vehicles With: 4.2 Inch Screen
138
Accessing the Trip Computer - Vehicles With: 12 Inch Screen
138
Resetting the Trip Computer
138
Trip Data
138
Head Up Display
139
What Is the Head Up Display
139
Switching the Head Up Display On and Off
139
Head Up Display Settings
139
Head Up Display – Troubleshooting
140
Remote Start
141
Using Remote Start
141
Remote Start Settings
141
Climate Control
142
Identifying the Climate Control Unit
142
Switching Climate Control On and Off
142
Switching Recirculated Air On and Off
142
Switching Air Conditioning On and Off
142
Switching Defrost On and Off
142
Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off
142
Switching Maximum Cooling On and Off
143
Switching the Heated Rear Window On and Off
143
Setting the Blower Motor Speed
143
Switching the Heated Mirrors On and Off
143
Setting the Temperature
143
Directing the Flow of Air
144
Auto Mode
144
Climate Control Hints
144
Climate Control Videos
145
Air Conditioning System Refrigerant
145
Climate Control
147
Identifying the Climate Control Unit
147
Switching Climate Control On and Off
147
Switching Recirculated Air On and Off
147
Switching Air Conditioning On and Off
147
Switching Defrost On and Off
147
Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off
147
Switching Maximum Cooling On and Off
148
Switching the Heated Rear Window On and Off
148
Setting the Blower Motor Speed
148
Switching the Heated Mirrors On and Off
148
Setting the Temperature
149
Directing the Flow of Air
149
Climate Control Hints
149
Climate Control Videos
150
Interior Air Quality
151
What Is the Cabin Air Filter
151
Replacing the Cabin Air Filter
151
Front Seats
152
Front Seat Precautions
152
Sitting in the Correct Position
152
Manual Seats
153
Power Seats
155
Massage Seats
158
Heated Seats
159
Ventilated Seats
160
Rear Seats
161
Manual Seats
161
Heated Seats
163
Rear Occupant Alert System
165
What is the Rear Occupant Alert System
165
How Does the Rear Occupant Alert System Work
165
Rear Occupant Alert System Precautions
165
Rear Occupant Alert System Limitations
165
Rear Occupant Alert System Settings
166
Rear Occupant Alert System Indicators
166
Rear Occupant Alert System Audible Warnings
167
Memory Function
168
What Is the Memory Function
168
Memory Function Precautions
168
Locating the Memory Function Buttons
168
Saving a Preset Position
168
Recalling a Preset Position
168
Garage Door Opener
169
Garage Door Opener Introduction
169
Garage Door Opener Precautions and Frequencies
169
Programming the Garage Door Opener
170
Garage Door Opener Additional Assistance
172
USB Ports
173
Locating the USB Ports
173
Playing Media Using the USB Port
173
Charging a Device
173
Power Outlet
175
What Is the Power Outlet
175
Power Outlet Precautions
175
Power Outlet Limitations
175
Locating the Power Outlets
175
Power Outlet Indicators
176
Power Outlet
177
What Is the Power Outlet
177
Power Outlet Precautions
177
Locating the Power Outlets
177
Onboard Generator
178
What Is the Onboard Generator
178
Onboard Generator Precautions
178
Locating the Outlets
179
Onboard Generator Indicators
179
Switching the Outlets On and Off
180
What Is Utility Idle Mode - Vehicles With: Flip Key
181
Switching Utility Idle Mode On and Off - Vehicles With: Flip Key
181
What Is Generator Mode
181
Switching Generator Mode On and Off
181
Resetting Ground Fault Detection
181
Onboard Generator – Troubleshooting
182
Center Console Work Surface
184
Using the Center Console Work Surface
184
Center Console Work Surface – Troubleshooting
185
Wireless Accessory Charger
186
What Is the Wireless Accessory Charger
186
Wireless Accessory Charger Precautions
186
Locating the Wireless Accessory Charger
186
Charging a Wireless Device
186
Wireless Accessory Charger Videos
187
Storage
188
Cup Holders
188
Glove Compartment
188
Center Console
189
Under Seat Storage
189
Glasses Holder
192
Starting and Stopping the Engine
193
Starting and Stopping the Engine – Precautions
193
Ignition Switch - Vehicles With: Keyed Ignition
193
Push Button Ignition Switch - Vehicles With: Push Button Start
194
Starting the Engine
194
Engine Block Heater
196
Stopping the Engine
197
Idle Timer
199
Automatic Engine Stop
199
Accessing the Passive Key Backup Position
200
Starting and Stopping the Engine – Troubleshooting
201
Fuel and Refueling
207
Fuel and Refueling Precautions
207
Fuel Quality
207
Running Out of Fuel
211
Refueling
211
Fuel Tank Capacity - Diesel
213
Fuel Tank Capacity - Gasoline
214
Fuel and Refueling – Troubleshooting
214
Diesel Particulate Filter
216
What Is the Diesel Particulate Filter
216
How Does the Diesel Particulate Filter Work
216
Diesel Particulate Filter Precautions
216
Diesel Particulate Filter Requirements
217
Diesel Particulate Filter Manual Regeneration
217
Diesel Particulate Filter – Troubleshooting
219
Selective Catalytic Reduction System
221
What Is the Selective Catalytic Reduction System
221
How Does the Selective Catalytic Reduction System Work
221
Selective Catalytic Reduction System Precautions
221
Selective Catalytic Reduction System Requirements
223
Selective Catalytic Reduction System Guidelines
223
Filling the Selective Catalytic Reduction System Tank
223
Checking the Selective Catalytic Reduction System Status
225
Diesel Exhaust Fluid Capacity and Specification
225
Selective Catalytic Reduction System – Troubleshooting
226
Catalytic Converter
229
What Is the Catalytic Converter
229
Catalytic Converter Precautions
229
Catalytic Converter – Troubleshooting
229
Automatic Transmission
230
Automatic Transmission Positions
230
Manually Shifting Gears
231
Using Power Take-Off
232
Automatic Transmission Audible Warnings
233
Using Progressive Range Selection
233
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity and Specification
233
Four-Wheel Drive
235
How Does Four-Wheel Drive Work - Excluding: Tremor
235
How Does Four-Wheel Drive Work - Tremor
236
Four-Wheel Drive Precautions
237
Four-Wheel Drive Limitations
237
Switching Four-Wheel Drive On and Off
238
Selecting a Four-Wheel Drive Mode
239
Four-Wheel Drive Modes
240
Four-Wheel Drive Indicators
240
Transfer Case Fluid Capacity and Specification
240
Four-Wheel Drive – Troubleshooting
241
Four-Wheel Drive Videos
243
Front Axle
244
Front Axle Fluid Capacity and Specification
244
Rear Axle
246
Limited Slip Differential
246
Rear Axle Fluid Capacity and Specification
246
Electronic Locking Differential
251
What Is the Electronic Locking Differential
251
How Does the Electronic Locking Differential Work
251
Electronic Locking Differential Precautions
251
Switching the Electronic Locking Differential On and Off - 4x4
251
Switching the Electronic Locking Differential On and Off - 4x2
253
Electronic Locking Differential Indicators
253
Electronic Locking Differential – Troubleshooting
254
Brakes
255
Brake Precautions
255
Anti-Lock Braking System
255
Brake Over Accelerator
255
Locating the Brake Fluid Reservoir
255
Checking the Brake Fluid
255
Brake Fluid Specification
256
Brakes – Troubleshooting
256
Electric Parking Brake
259
What Is the Electric Parking Brake
259
Applying the Electric Parking Brake
259
Applying the Electric Parking Brake in an Emergency
259
Manually Releasing the Electric Parking Brake
259
Automatically Releasing the Electric Parking Brake
260
Electric Parking Brake Audible Warning
260
Releasing the Electric Parking Brake if the Vehicle Battery Has Run Out of Charge
260
Electric Parking Brake – Troubleshooting
260
Diesel Engine Exhaust Brake
262
Diesel Engine Exhaust Brake – Precautions
262
Using the Diesel Engine Exhaust Brake
262
Diesel Engine Exhaust Brake Indicators
263
Diesel Engine Exhaust Brake Gauge
263
Diesel Engine Exhaust Brake – Troubleshooting
263
Reverse Brake Assist
264
What Is Reverse Brake Assist
264
How Does Reverse Brake Assist Work
264
Reverse Brake Assist Precautions
264
Switching Reverse Brake Assist On and Off
265
Overriding Reverse Brake Assist
265
Reverse Brake Assist Indicators
265
Reverse Brake Assist – Troubleshooting
266
Hill Start Assist
268
What Is Hill Start Assist
268
How Does Hill Start Assist Work
268
Hill Start Assist Precautions
268
Switching Hill Start Assist On and Off
268
Hill Start Assist – Troubleshooting
268
Hill Start Assist Videos
268
Traction Control
269
What Is Traction Control
269
How Does Traction Control Work
269
Switching Traction Control On and Off
269
Traction Control Indicator
269
Traction Control – Troubleshooting
270
Stability Control
271
How Does Stability Control Work
271
Switching Stability Control On and Off
272
Stability Control Indicator
273
Trail Control
274
What Is Trail Control
274
Trail Control Limitations
274
Switching Trail Control On and Off
274
Setting the Trail Control Speed
274
Canceling the Set Speed
275
Trail Control Indicators
275
Trail Control – Troubleshooting
276
Trail Turn Assist
277
What Is Trail Turn Assist
277
Trail Turn Assist Precautions
277
Trail Turn Assist Limitations
277
Switching Trail Turn Assist On and Off
277
Trail Turn Assist Indicators
277
Trail Turn Assist – Troubleshooting
278
Hill Descent Control
279
What Is Hill Descent Control
279
How Does Hill Descent Control Work
279
Hill Descent Control Precautions
279
Switching Hill Descent Control On and Off
279
Setting the Hill Descent Speed
279
Hill Descent Control Indicator
279
Hill Descent Control – Troubleshooting
280
Hill Descent Control Videos
280
Steering
281
Hydraulic Power Steering
281
Steering – Troubleshooting
283
Parking Aids
284
Parking Aid Precautions
284
Switching Parking Aid On and Off - Vehicles With: Front Parking Aid
284
Switching Parking Aid On and Off - Vehicles With: Rear Parking Aid
285
Rear Parking Aid
285
Front Parking Aid
286
Parking Aid Indicators
287
Parking Aids – Troubleshooting
288
Parking Aids Videos
289
Rear View Camera
290
What Is the Rear View Camera
290
Rear View Camera Precautions
290
Locating the Rear View Camera
290
Rear View Camera Guide Lines
291
Rear View Camera Settings
291
360 Degree Camera
293
What Is the 360 Degree Camera
293
How Does the 360 Degree Camera Work
293
360 Degree Camera Precautions
293
Locating the 360 Degree Cameras
293
360 Degree Camera Guide Lines
294
360 Degree Camera Settings
295
Cruise Control
297
What Is Cruise Control
297
Switching Cruise Control On and Off
297
Setting the Cruise Control Speed
297
Canceling the Set Speed
298
Resuming the Set Speed
298
Cruise Control Indicators
298
Adaptive Cruise Control
299
How Does Adaptive Cruise Control With Stop and Go Work
299
Adaptive Cruise Control Precautions
299
Adaptive Cruise Control Limitations
300
Switching Adaptive Cruise Control On and Off
302
Adaptive Cruise Control Automatic Cancellation
302
Setting the Adaptive Cruise Control Speed
302
Setting the Adaptive Cruise Control Gap
303
Canceling the Set Speed
304
Resuming the Set Speed
304
Overriding the Set Speed
305
Adaptive Cruise Control Indicators
306
Switching From Adaptive Cruise Control to Cruise Control
306
Lane Centering
306
Lane Centering – Troubleshooting
309
Predictive Speed Assist
310
Predictive Speed Assist – Troubleshooting
312
Adaptive Cruise Control – Troubleshooting
312
Adaptive Cruise Control Videos
313
Drive Mode Control
314
What Is Drive Mode Control
314
How Does Drive Mode Control Work
314
Selecting a Drive Mode
314
Drive Modes
314
Drive Mode Control – Troubleshooting
317
Lane Keeping System
320
What Is the Lane Keeping System
320
How Does the Lane Keeping System Work
320
Lane Keeping System Precautions
320
Lane Keeping System Limitations
320
Switching the Lane Keeping System On and Off
321
Switching the Lane Keeping System Mode
321
Lane Keeping System Settings
321
Alert Mode
321
Aid Mode
322
Alert and Aid Mode
322
Lane Keeping System Indicators
323
Blind Spot Assist
323
Blind Spot Assist with Trailer Coverage
324
Lane Keeping System – Troubleshooting
327
Blind Spot Information System
330
What Is Blind Spot Information System
330
How Does Blind Spot Information System Work
330
Blind Spot Information System Precautions
330
Blind Spot Information System Limitations
330
Blind Spot Information System Requirements
330
Switching Blind Spot Information System On and Off
331
Locating the Blind Spot Information System Sensors
331
Blind Spot Information System With Trailer Coverage
331
Blind Spot Information System Indicators
333
Blind Spot Information System – Troubleshooting
333
Exit Warning
335
What is Exit Warning
335
How Does Exit Warning Work
335
Exit Warning Precautions
335
Exit Warning Limitations
335
Exit Warning Indicators
336
Switching Exit Warning On and Off
336
Locating the Exit Warning Sensors
336
Exit Warning – Troubleshooting
337
Cross Traffic Alert
338
What Is Cross Traffic Alert
338
How Does Cross Traffic Alert Work
338
Cross Traffic Alert Precautions
338
Cross Traffic Alert Limitations
339
Switching Cross Traffic Alert On and Off
340
Locating the Cross Traffic Alert Sensors
340
Cross Traffic Alert Indicators
340
Cross Traffic Alert – Troubleshooting
341
Pre-Collision Assist
342
What Is Pre-Collision Assist
342
How Does Pre-Collision Assist Work
342
Pre-Collision Assist Precautions
342
Pre-Collision Assist Limitations
343
Switching Pre-Collision Assist On and Off
344
Locating the Pre-Collision Assist Sensors
344
Distance Indication
345
Distance Alert
346
Automatic Emergency Braking
346
Evasive Steering Assist
347
Pre-Collision Assist – Troubleshooting
347
Speed Sign Recognition
350
What Is Speed Sign Recognition
350
How Does Speed Sign Recognition Work
350
Speed Sign Recognition Precautions
350
Speed Sign Recognition Limitations
350
Speed Sign Recognition Indicators
350
Speed Sign Recognition Settings
351
Speed Sign Recognition – Troubleshooting
351
Driver Alert
353
What Is Driver Alert
353
How Does Driver Alert Work
353
Driver Alert Precautions
353
Driver Alert Limitations
353
Switching Driver Alert On and Off
354
Driver Alert – Troubleshooting
354
Load Carrying
355
Load Carrying Precautions
355
Using a Slide-In Camper
356
Locating the Safety Compliance Certification Labels
356
What Is the Gross Axle Weight Rating
356
What Is the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
357
What Is the Gross Combined Weight Rating
357
Calculating Payload
357
Calculating the Load Limit
358
Pickup Bed
360
Pickup Bed Precautions
360
Pickup Bed Anchor Points
360
Tailgate Anchor Points
361
Pickup Bed Videos
362
Connecting a Trailer
363
Connecting a Trailer Precautions
363
Hitches
363
Connecting a Trailer
366
Trailer Lighting Check
367
Connecting a Trailer – Troubleshooting
369
Towing a Trailer
370
Towing a Trailer Precautions
370
Trailer Brake Precautions
370
Towing a Trailer Limitations
371
Loading Your Trailer
371
Trailer Towing Hints
372
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft
372
Towing Weights and Dimensions
373
Towing a Trailer – Troubleshooting
375
Towing a Trailer Videos
376
Integrated Trailer Brake Controller
377
What Is the Integrated Trailer Brake Controller
377
Integrated Trailer Brake Controller Precautions
377
Using the Integrated Trailer Brake Controller
377
Adjusting the Integrated Trailer Brake Controller Mode
379
Integrated Trailer Brake Controller – Troubleshooting
380
Trailer Sway Control
382
How Does Trailer Sway Control Work
382
Trailer Sway Control Precautions
382
Switching Trailer Sway Control On and Off
382
Trailer Hitching Assistance
383
What Is Trailer Hitching Assistance
383
How Does Trailer Hitching Assistance Work
383
Trailer Hitching Assistance Precautions
383
Trailer Hitching Assistance Limitations
384
Switching Trailer Hitching Assistance On and Off
384
Using Trailer Hitching Assistance
384
Trailer Hitching Assistance Indicators
385
Trailer Hitching Assistance – Troubleshooting
387
Smart Hitch
389
What Is Smart Hitch
389
How Does Smart Hitch Work
389
Smart Hitch Limitations
389
Using Smart Hitch
389
Onboard Scales
391
What Is Onboard Scales
391
How Does Onboard Scales Work
391
Onboard Scales Limitations
391
Using Onboard Scales
391
Trailer Backup Assistance
393
What is Trailer Backup Assistance
393
How Does Trailer Backup Assistance Work
393
Trailer Backup Assistance Precautions
393
Setting Up the Trailer Backup Assistance for a Conventional Trailer
393
Setting Up the Trailer Backup Assistance for a Fifth-Wheel or Gooseneck Trailer
397
Switching Trailer Backup Assistance On and Off
399
Using the Trailer Backup Assistance Controller
399
Using the Trailer Backup Assistance Views
400
Trailer Backup Assistance – Troubleshooting
402
Trailer Reverse Guidance
407
What Is Trailer Reverse Guidance
407
How Does Trailer Reverse Guidance Work
407
Trailer Reverse Guidance Precautions
407
Setting Up Trailer Reverse Guidance for a Conventional Trailer
407
Switching Trailer Reverse Guidance On and Off
410
Using Trailer Reverse Guidance Views
411
Trailer Reverse Guidance – Troubleshooting
413
Off-Road Driving
418
Basic Off-Road Driving Techniques
418
Driving Through Water Limitations
419
After Driving Your Vehicle Off-Road
420
Driving Hints
421
Cold Weather Precautions - 6.7L Diesel
421
Cold Weather Precautions - 6.8L/​7.3L
421
Driving on Snow and Ice
421
Breaking-In
422
Driving Economically
422
Driving Through Mud and Water
422
Floor Mats
423
Snow Plowing
424
Snow Plowing Precautions
424
Operating Your Vehicle With a Snowplow
424
Snowplow Mode - Vehicles With: Snow Plow Mode
425
Crash and Breakdown Information
427
Roadside Assistance
427
Switching the Hazard Flashers On and Off
428
Jump Starting the Vehicle
428
Post-Crash Alert System
430
Post-Collision Braking
431
Automatic Crash Shutoff
431
Recovery Towing
432
Transporting the Vehicle
433
Fail-Safe Cooling
433
Towing Your Vehicle
435
Towing Your Vehicle Precautions
435
Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle - 4x4
435
Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle - 4x2
437
Emergency Towing
437
Towing Your Vehicle – Troubleshooting
437
Fuses
438
Fuse Precautions
438
Under Hood Fuse Box
438
Battery Fuse Box
443
Interior Fuse Box
444
Identifying Fuse Types
448
Fuses – Troubleshooting
448
Maintenance
449
Maintenance Precautions
449
Opening and Closing the Hood
449
Under Hood Overview - 6.7L Diesel
450
Under Hood Overview - 6.8L, Gasoline
451
Under Hood Overview - 7.3L, Gasoline
452
Engine Oil
453
Engine Air Filter
461
Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap - Diesel
463
Coolant
466
Changing the Fuel Filter - Diesel
471
Changing the Fuel Filter - Gasoline
471
Drive Belt Routing Overview - 6.7L Diesel, Vehicles With: 110-120V 2kW Pickup Bed Power Outlet/​Dual Generators
471
Drive Belt Routing Overview - 6.7L Diesel, Vehicles With: Dual Generators
472
Drive Belt Routing Overview - 6.7L Diesel, Vehicles With: Single Generator
472
Drive Belt Routing Overview - 6.8L, Gasoline, Vehicles With: Dual Generators
472
Drive Belt Routing Overview - 6.8L, Gasoline, Vehicles With: Single Generator
473
Drive Belt Routing Overview - 7.3L, Gasoline, Vehicles With: Dual Generators
473
Drive Belt Routing Overview - 7.3L, Gasoline, Vehicles With: Single Generator
474
12V Battery
474
12V Battery – Troubleshooting
477
Adjusting the Headlamps
477
Exterior Bulbs
479
Interior Bulbs
486
Vehicle Specifications
487
Engine Specifications - 6.7L Diesel
487
Engine Specifications - 6.8L, Gasoline
488
Engine Specifications - 7.3L, Gasoline
489
Motorcraft Parts - 6.7L Diesel
490
Motorcraft Parts - 6.8L, Gasoline
491
Motorcraft Parts - 7.3L, Gasoline
492
Vehicle Care
493
Cleaning Products
493
Cleaning the Exterior
494
Cleaning the Interior
497
Repairing Minor Paint Damage
499
Waxing Your Vehicle
499
Vehicle Care Videos
499
Storing Your Vehicle
500
Preparing Your Vehicle for Storage
500
Removing Your Vehicle From Storage
501
Wheel and Tire Information
502
Locating the Tire label
502
Department of Transportation Uniform Tire Quality Grades
502
Information on the Tire Sidewall
503
Glossary of Tire Terminology
508
Tire Replacement Requirements
509
Using Snow Chains
511
Tire Care
514
Checking the Tire Pressures
514
Inflating the Tires
514
Inspecting the Tire for Wear
518
Inspecting the Tire for Damage
518
Inspecting the Wheel Valve Stems
522
Tire Rotation
522
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
525
What Is the Tire Pressure Monitoring System
525
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Overview
525
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Precautions
526
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Limitations
526
Viewing the Tire Pressures
527
Resetting Tire Pressure Monitoring System
527
Tire Pressure Monitoring System – Troubleshooting
531
Changing a Road Wheel
534
Changing a Flat Tire
534
Wheel Nuts
544
Vehicle Identification
546
Vehicle Identification Number
546
Connected Vehicle
547
What Is a Connected Vehicle
547
Connected Vehicle Requirements
547
Connected Vehicle Limitations
547
Connecting the Vehicle to a Mobile Network
547
Connecting the Vehicle to a Wi-Fi Network
547
Connected Vehicle Settings
548
Connected Vehicle – Troubleshooting
548
Vehicle Hotspot
550
Setting Up a Vehicle Hotspot
550
Vehicle Hotspot Settings
550
Vehicle Hotspot – Troubleshooting
551
Audio System
552
Audio System Precautions
552
Identifying the Audio Unit
552
Switching the Audio Unit On and Off
552
Selecting the Audio Source
552
Media Control Buttons
552
Adjusting the Volume
553
Setting a Memory Preset
553
Muting the Audio
553
Adjusting the Sound Settings
553
Setting the Clock and Date
553
AM/FM Radio
554
Digital Radio
554
Satellite Radio
555
Audio System – Troubleshooting
558
Center Display
562
Center Display Overview
562
Status Bar
562
Information On Demand Screen
563
Feature Bar
563
Settings
564
Driver Assistance Menu
564
Rebooting the Center Display
564
Voice Interaction
566
Ford Assistant
566
Alexa Built-In
568
What is Alexa Built-In
568
Alexa Built-In Requirements
568
Signing In to Your Account
568
Using Alexa Built-In
568
Alexa Built-In Settings
568
Phone
570
Phone Precautions
570
Connecting Your Phone
570
Phone Menu
570
Making and Receiving a Phone Call
572
Sending and Receiving a Text Message
573
Switching Text Message Notification On and Off
574
Enabling Apps on a Mobile Device
574
Switching Apple CarPlay On and Off
575
Switching Android Auto™ On and Off
575
Bluetooth®
576
Connecting a Bluetooth® Device
576
Playing Media Using Bluetooth®
576
Personal Profiles
577
How Do Personal Profiles Work
577
Enabling or Disabling Personal Profiles
577
Creating a Personal Profile
577
Linking or Unlinking a Personal Profile
577
Selecting a Personal Profile
578
Deleting a Personal Profile
578
Navigation
579
Connected Navigation
579
Accessing Navigation
579
Navigation Map Updates
579
Adjusting the Map
579
Live Traffic
579
Setting a Destination
579
Waypoints
580
Route Guidance
580
Trailer Towing Navigation
581
Vehicle Software Updates
582
Vehicle Software Updates
582
Software Update Settings
582
Software Update Indicators
583
Vehicle System Reset
584
Performing a System Reset
584
Accessories
585
Accessories
585
Auxiliary Switches
586
What Are the Auxiliary Switches
586
Locating the Auxiliary Switches
586
Locating the Auxiliary Switch Wiring
586
Identifying the Auxiliary Switch Wiring
587
Ford Protect
588
What Is Ford Protect
588
Scheduled Maintenance
590
Scheduled Maintenance
590
General Maintenance Information
593
Customer Information
598
Rollover Warning
598
The Better Business Bureau Auto Line Program
598
The Mediation and Arbitration Program
599
Reporting Safety Defects in the United States
599
Reporting Safety Defects in Canada
600
Third Party Software Copyright Acknowledgment
601
Radio Frequency Certification Labels
601
Perchlorate
670
Replacement Parts Recommendation
670
Mobile Communications Equipment
671
Federal Highway Administration Regulation
671
End User License Agreement
672
Emission Law
697
Export Unique Options
698
Warranty Information
698
Appendices
701
Electromagnetic Compatibility
701
Index
705

2025 Ford Super Duty Overview

Owner's Manual

The Owner's Manual for the 2025 Ford Super Duty is an essential guide designed to enhance your ownership experience. It provides detailed information about the vehicle's features, capabilities, and maintenance requirements, ensuring you receive optimal performance and safety. The manual serves as a roadmap to understanding critical functions, such as the advanced towing technologies and integrated safety systems. It also includes maintenance schedules and troubleshooting tips, empowering you to address common issues independently. By familiarizing yourself with the Owner's Manual, you will maximize the benefits of your Super Duty and maintain its value over time.

Introduction

The 2025 Ford Super Duty redefines the standards of heavy-duty trucks, combining rugged strength with cutting-edge technology. Built for both work and play, the Super Duty offers exceptional towing capabilities and a spacious, comfortable interior. Its bold stance and muscular design give a robust first impression, while its well-crafted amenities cater to drivers seeking both functionality and luxury. Perfect for contractors, adventurers, or anyone needing a reliable truck, this model stands as a testament to Ford's dedication to engineering excellence.

Powertrains

The 2025 Ford Super Duty offers a range of formidable powertrains to suit various driving needs. It features a standard 6.2-liter V8 engine, delivering robust horsepower and torque for everyday tasks. For those who demand more, an available 7.3-liter V8 gasoline engine provides outstanding towing power. Additionally, the Super Duty lineup includes a 6.7-liter Power Stroke turbo-diesel V8, designed for heavy-duty hauling and equipped with advanced performance technologies. All engines are paired with Ford’s impressive 10-speed automatic transmission to enhance fuel efficiency and responsiveness.

Trims

The 2025 Super Duty is available in several trims to cater to diverse preferences and requirements. The F-250 serves as the entry-level offering, ideally suited for essential heavy-duty functionality. Step up to the F-350 for enhanced towing capacity, while the luxurious Platinum and Limited trims provide premium features like advanced tech, refined interior materials, and additional driver-assistance technologies. Each trim is customizable with various packages that add specific features, further personalizing your Super Duty experience.

Features

The 2025 Ford Super Duty boasts an impressive array of features, seamlessly blending convenience, safety, and technology. Infotainment systems are equipped with Ford's latest SYNC® technology, providing seamless smartphone integration and voice controls for a connected drive. Safety is paramount, with features like Adaptive Cruise Control, Blind Spot Information System, and a 360-degree camera system to assist with maneuvering. The rugged interior includes durable materials, plentiful storage solutions, and state-of-the-art climate control, ensuring that every journey—be it work or leisure—is enjoyable.

User manual download

The Ford Super Duty owner manual for the 2025 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2025 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.

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