Specifications

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F-250/F-350/F-450 SD PICKUPS
2009 F-250/F-350/F-450
Super Duty
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Pickups
Special Applications cont’d
August 2008
F-250/F-350/F-450
SD Pickups
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SPECIAL APPLICATIONS
Snowplow Installation/Minimum Required And Recommended Equipment
Completed Vehicle Weight
The weight of the completed vehicle with equipment installed (and second unit body, if applicable) must not exceed the Front
GAWR, Rear GAWR, or GVWR established by Ford, with consideration for the driver and one front seat passenger. If sufficient
weight is added such that the completed vehicle with a driver and more than one passenger would exceed Front GAWR, Rear
GAWR, or GVWR, it is the responsibility of the equipment installer to notify the customer of the appropriate use restrictions.
(i.e.:Thattheusershouldlimitoccupancyofthevehicletothedriverandonepassengerwhiletheequipmentisinstalled.)The
addition of ballast weight, placed rearward of the rear axle, may be required to prevent front end overloading or exceeding
Front GAWR. If required, the ballast weight must be securely attached to the vehicle. For Ford completed vehicles of 10,000
lbs. GVWR or less, the weight of permanently attached equipment must not exceed the Total Accessory Reserve Capacity
(T.A.R.C.) as specified on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. Permanently attached equipment includes the snowplow
frame-mounting hardware, and does not include the removable snowplow blade assembly. Exceeding T.A.R.C. will require
recertification.
Front End Wheel Alignment and Headlight Aim
Front end wheel alignment (toe) and headlight aim may require readjustment after installation of equipment, and is the
responsibility of the equipment installer. Failure to reset front wheel alignment may cause premature uneven tire wear. If
required, reset to chassis manufacturer’s specifications found in the Ford Shop Manual.
Electrical Connections
Installation of any inductive load devices (i.e., electric motors, electric clutches for clutch pumps, etc.) MUST NOT be connected
to OEM wiring or fuse panels. Power for such devices should be taken directly from the battery or starter motor relay power
terminal. Control of these devices should be achieved via relays. No direct current path should exist between OEM wiring and
the installed load that is not filtered by the battery. These recommendations are intended to reduce or eliminate any induced
reverse voltage into the OEM circuitry.
Warranty
The Normal Ford New Vehicle Limited Warranty applies to vehicles with snowplows installed in accordance with these
guidelines. Consult your Ford dealer or the Owner’s Guide for any further questions.