4wd system indicator lights, Driving – FORD 2008 F-550 v.3 User Manual

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• auto-manual hub locks can be

manually overridden by rotating
the hub lock control from AUTO
to LOCK if desired.

automatic operation of the

hub locks is recommended, and
will increase fuel economy

For proper operation, make

sure that each hub is fully
engaged and that both hub
locks are set to the same position (both set to LOCK or both
set to AUTO). To engage LOCK, turn the hub locks completely
clockwise; to engage AUTO, turn the hub locks completely
counterclockwise.

4WD system indicator lights

The 4WD system indicator lights illuminate only under the following
conditions. If these lights illuminate when driving in 2WD, contact your
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
4x4 HIGH - momentarily

illuminates after the engine is
started. Illuminates when 4H (4x4
High) or 4L (4x4 Low) is
engaged.

4x4 LOW – momentarily

illuminates when the ignition is
turned to the ON position.
Illuminates when 4L (4x4 Low) is
engaged.

Using a Manual Shift On Stop (MSOS) 4x4 system (if equipped)

Note: High shift efforts may be encountered when attempting to
shift into and out of 4x4 modes. It is recommended to allow the
vehicle to roll at a speed below 5 mph (8 km/h) when shifting.

Note: Some noise may be heard as the 4x4 system shifts or engages.
This is normal. In order to reduce engagement noise, it is recommended
that all shifts be performed at speeds below 5 mph (8 km/h).

2H (2WD) – For general on-road driving. Sends power to the rear
wheels only.

4x4

HIGH

4x4

LOW

2008 F-250/350/450/550 (f23)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA
(fus)

Driving

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