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By Rick Webster POWERTRAIN 2000 Ford F-Series Super Duty (over 8500 lbs. GVW) Trucks Technical Information Vehicle Type over 8500 lbs GVW single and dual rear-wheel pickups and chassis cabs Engine 5.4L AEFI V-8 6.8L SEFI V-10 7.3L V-8 DI Turbo Diesel Engine material aluminum head, cast-iron block Displacement (cu. in.) 330 415 444 Bore & Stroke 3.55x4.16 3.55x4.16 3.55x4.11 Compressions ratio 9.0:1 9.0:1 17.5:1 Horsepower/rpm 260 @ 4500 310 @ 4250 235 @ 2700 Torque/rpm 350 @ 2500 425 @ 3250 500 @ 1600 Fuel Injection Sequential, multi-port fuel injection sequential, multi-port fuel injection Hydraulic electronic unit injection Transmission 5-speed manual 5-speed manual 6-speed manual Gear ratios M5 HD 5-spd manual M6 H6 6-spd manual 4R100 4-spd Automatic Low NA 5.79 NA 1 5.72 3.31 2.71 2 2.94 2.10 1.54 3 1.61 1.31 1.00 4 1.00 1.00 0.70 5 0.76 0.72 NA Reverse 5.24 5.23 2.18 STEERING AND SUSPENSION Suspension Front Twin-I-Beam/coil springs (F-250/350 4x2); monobeam/leaf spring (F-250/350 4x4 & F-450/550) Rear Pickups: single-stage constant rate w/auxiliary spring; chassis cabs axle capacity: 6,084 (F-250) – 13,500 (F-550) Steering Type Recirculating ball, power Overall Ratio 17:1 Turns, lock-to-lock ** Turning Radius ** Wheels and Tires F-250/350 SRW F-350 DRW F-450/550 chassis Wheels 8-hole, steel disc 16.0 x 7.0 K 8-hole disc,16.0 x 6.0 K 8-hole steel disc,19.5 x 6.0 K Tires LT235/85 Rx16E steel-belted radial (F-250); LT265/75R16E steel-belted radial (F-350 SRW) LT215/85Rx16E steel-belted radial 225/70Rx19.5 steel-belted radial BRAKES Brakes Disc, dual-piston pin slider calipers (f & r) Front disc dia.(in.) 13.03(F250/350) 14.53(F450/550) 15.55(Class A Motorhome) Rear disc dia.(in.) 12.83(F250/350) 15.55(F450/550)   Disc thickness(in.) **     DIMENSIONS Exterior Dimensions and General Information Cab Styles F-350 SRW Reg.Cab P/U F-350 SRW Super Cab P/U F-350 Crew Cab DRW P/U F-450/550 Chassis Cab Wheelbase 137.0 141.8 156.2 140.8 Width 79.9 79.9 95.5 93.6 Length 226.6 231.4 245.8 225.7 Height 76.3 76.8 78.1 80.6 Tread (F/R) 68.7/68.1 68.7/68.1 68.7/74.0 68.4/93.6 Departure Angle 13.6 13.6 13.0 27.5 Ground Clearance 8.1 8.1 7.0 8.0 CAPACITIES Interior Dimensions Head Room (f&r) 41.3 41.4/38.5 41.4/41.0 41.3 Hip Room 67.4 67.4/67.3 67.4/67.3 67.4 Shoulder Room 68.0 68.0/68.0 68.0/68.0 68.0 Leg Room 40.7 40.7/32.4 40.742.5 40.7 Seating 3 6 6 3 Cab Volume (cu.ft.) 66.1 115.4 134.9 66.1 Cargo volume (cu.ft.) 77.7 64.7 64.7 N/A Fuel Tank Capacity 38.0 29.0 29.0 40.0 Standard GVW/Payload 9900/4705 9900/4640 11,200/5210 15,000/8915 Max. GVW/Payload 4x2 9900/4705 9900/4640 11,200/5210 15,000/8915 BASE CURB WEIGHT Curb Weight (lbs.) 5195 5256 5604 6085 ** - to be determined STANDARD EQUIPMENT For PDF format A complete listing of standard features and options is available for the F-Series Super Duty, including a supplemental reference , in PDF format.   XL XLT Lariat EXTERIOR       BUMPER, FRONT - Argent painted •     Chrome with lower center trim   • • *BUMPER, REAR • • • CAB STEPS - Molded cab steps, argent     • DOORS - Four (SuperCab/Crew Cab only) • • • GLASS, TINTED - Solar • • • GRILLE - Argent •     Argent Grille Insert w/Chrome Surround   • • HANDLE, TAILGATE - Black • • • HANDLES, DOOR - Black • • • HEADLIGHTS - Sealed beam halogen headlights •     Aero halogen headlights   • • LIGHTS - Pickup Box/Cargo Light • • • Underhood service light   • • MIRRORS - Manual, black (fold-away) • •   Power, black (fold-away)     • MOLDINGS - Bodyside, black with chrome accent1   • • Tailgate top edge, argent2 • • • Box rail moldings, argent2 • • • PICKUP BOX - Tie down hooks - four2 • • • *SPARE TIRE LOCK • • • STOP LIGHT, HIGH MOUNTED • • • TAILGATE - Removable2 •     Removable w/Key Lock2   • • TOW HOOKS - Two; front • • • TRAILER WIRING - Seven-pin trailer connector2 • • • WHEEL TRIM - Black center ornaments with steel wheels •     WINDOWS - Flip-out rear/quarter glass(SuperCab only) • • • INTERIOR       AIR BAG SRS - Driver and Passenger Side • • • Passenger's side with deactivation switch (Switch NA with Crew Cab) • • • AUXILIARY POWER POINT • • • BACK PANEL COVER - Fabric (Gray) • • • BACK PANEL STORAGE PROVISIONS - Hanging bin, storage trays, utility hooks (Regular Cab only)   • • COAT HOOK - RH/LH color keyed • • • CUPHOLDERS - Dual I/P mounted • • • DOME LAMP - LH/RH door activated I/P switch operated with delay •     Dome lamp with dual map lights (two sets of dome lamps w/Crew Cab)     • DOOR TRIM - Color-keyed molded with grab handle and reflector • • • Hard armrest •     Soft armrest, upper vinyl insert, map pocket with carpet   • • FLOOR COVERING - Black vinyl, full •     Color-keyed carpet, full   • • *FLOOR MATS - Color-keyed carpet (incl. Rear mats on Crew Cab)   • • GRAB HANDLES - Over rear doors (Crew Cab only)   • • *Front passenger side assist handle • • • HEADLINER - Color coordinated molded cloth • • • HOOD RELEASE - Inside • • • HORN - Dual electric • • • INSTRUMENT PANEL - Color-keyed with glove box, 4 air registers with positive shut-off, ashtray and cigar lighter • • • INSTRUMENTATION - Tachometer, trip odometer, voltmeter, oil pressure, coolant temperature, fuel gauge and indicator lights • • • MIRROR - 11.5" day/night • • • OVERHEAD CONSOLE - Trip computer (compass, DTE, outside temp.) and general storage bin     • POWER EQUIPMENT - One touch down power windows   • • Door locks w/backlit switches   • • Windows w/backlit switches   • • Accessory delay   • • RADIO - AM/FM stereo with digital clock and 2 speakers •     AM/FM stereo cassette with digital clock and 4 speakers   • • SAFETY BELTS - Color-keyed with adjustable D-rings (front seat only) • • • SCUFF PLATES - Color-keyed • • • SEATS, FRONT - HD vinyl full bench3 •     *High series cloth 40-20-40 split bench w/armrest and storage   • • SEAT, VINYL REAR - Seat delete (SuperCab only) • • • * SEAT, SUPERCAB - Bench seat, with fold-up 40/60 seat cushion for added cargo/storage space   • • SEAT, CREW CAB - Bench with forward fold •     Flight bench with forward fold   • • STEERING WHEEL - Black vinyl (PVC) • • • SUN VISORS - Vinyl •     Color-keyed cloth, LH strap, RH mirrors   •   Color-keyed cloth, LH strap, RH mirror and LH/RH secondary blades     • WIPER CONTROL - Fixed interval • • • FUNCTIONAL 4X2 4X4 ALTERNATOR4 95 Amp. 95 Amp. AXLE, FRONT - Twin-I-Beam 4400#   Mono-Beam with leaf springs   4700# AXLE, REAR 6084# 6084# BATTERY     With Gas Engine 750 C.C.A. 72 AH 750 C.C.A. 72 AH With Diesel Engine 750 C.C.A. Dual 78 AH 750 C.C.A. Dual 78 AH * BRAKES - With XL and XLT Rear wheel ABS Rear wheel ABS   Front disc/rear disc Front disc/rear disc With Lariat 4 Wheel ABS 4 Wheel ABS   Front disc/rear disc Front disc/rear disc ENGINE5 5.4 L Modular V-8 gas 5.4 L Modular V-8 gas FUEL TANK - 8' BOX6 Mid-vehicle tank (38 gallon) Mid-vehicle tank (38 gallon) HUBS, FRONT   Manual hubs SHOCK ABSORBERS HD Gas HD Gas SPRINGS, FRONT 4400# 4700# SPRINGS, REAR 6084# 6084# STABILIZER BAR, FRONT   Standard STEERING Power Power TIRES - Five (incl. Spare Tire) LT235/85Rx16E BSW All-Season LT235/85Rx16E BSW All-Season TRANSFER CASE   2-Speed Manual TRANSMISSION5 5-Speed Manual O/D 5-Speed Manual O/D WHEELS7 - Four 16x7.0 Styled Steel, 8 hole 16x7.0 Styled Steel, 8 hole 1 NA on 66D Pick-up Box Delete. Gray w/chrome accent with two-tone exterior. 2 NA on 66D Pick-up Box Delete. 3 Incl. integral head restraints for outboard seating positions. Crew Cab front set has fixed back. 4 130 Amp. incl. w/diesel engine. 5 NA for California Emission System vehicles. 6 Short box has 29 gallon fuel tank. 7 With XL trim level. LEGEND: * = New for this model year. OPTIONS AUXILIARY IDLE CONTROL KIT (96P) APC Module functions: Battery Charge Protection High Idle Control LCD RPM/Voltage Readout Kit includes: Auxiliary Idle Control Module Mounting bracket/hardware Wiring harness Instruction booklet NOTE 1: Requires 7.3L Diesel and stationary use only. NOTE 2: Kit shipped in box to vehicle operations for "in cab" shipment. CAMPER PACKAGE (532) Front Stabilizer Bar (4x2 only) Heavy Service Front Springs (4x4 only) Rear Stabilizer Bar (4x2, SRW 4x4) Auxiliary Rear Springs Heavy Duty Battery 130 Amp. Alternator (Gas Eng. Only) Slide-In Camper Certification NOTE:Salesperson’s Source Book or Ford RV Trailer Towing Guide should be consulted for specific trailer towing or camper limits and corresponding required equipment, axle ratios and model availability. MAX. FRONT GAWR PACKAGE (682) Front Stabilizer Bar Max. GAWR Front Springs Auxiliary Rear Springs Rear Stabilizer Bar Steering Damper NOTE: See Supplemental Reference for specific applicable models. PICKUP BOX DELETE (66D) Deletes pickup box, tailgate, bodyside moldings and passenger air bag. Eligible Models: Regular Cab 137" WB (8 ft. box) SuperCab 158" WB (8ft. box) Crew Cab 172" WB (8 ft. box) NOTE: Incomplete vehicle package – requires further manufacture and certification by a final stage manufacturer. In addition, Ford urges manufacturers to follow the recommendations of the Ford Incomplete Vehicle Manual and the Ford Truck Body Builder’s Layout Book (and applicable supplements). SNOW PLOW PACKAGE (86M) Highest Front GAWR Springs Auxiliary Rear Springs HD 130 Amp. Alternator (Gas Engine only) Heavy Duty Battery (Gas Engine only) Steering Damper *See supplemental order guide reference for specific applicable models. SUSPENSION PACKAGE, HEAVY-SERVICE (674) Front stabilizer Bar Heavy Service Front Springs Auxiliary Rear Springs NOTE: Recommended only on vehicles which will permanently utilize aftermarket equipment such as heavy-duty winches, brush guards or other apparatus which loads the front axle to the specified gross axle weight rating (GAWR). TRAILER TOWING PACKAGE (531) Front Stabilizer Bar Rear Stablizer Bar 7-Wire Harness Trailer Brake Wiring Kit HD 130 Amp. Alternator (Gas Eng. Only) HD Battery Trailer Tow Guide NOTE: Salesperson’s Source Book or Ford RV Trailer Towing Guide should be consulted for specific trailer towing or camper limits and corresponding required equipment, axle ratios and model availability. See Supplemental Reference for vehicle height consideration. XL DÉCOR GROUP (17F) Front bumper, chrome with lower valance Aero halogen headlights Steel Wheel with Full wheel Cover (64B) Locking Tailgate MISCELLANEOUS OPTIONS Predelivery Only ..361 Predelivery w/Undercoat .362 COV Required .79V Local/State Ordinance Deviation .931 Off-Standard Paint/Trim ..933 Priced DORA ..C09 SPECIAL ORDERS (FLEET ONLY). See Dealer Special Order Binder for ordering guidelines and restrictions.) PAYLOAD PACKAGE SELECTOR CHART – Refer to Supplemental Reference Section for Payload Information. VEHICLES DESTINED FOR CALIFORNIA CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS SYSTEM .. 422 Required on units for California registration. NA 428 High Altitude Principal Use. CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS SYSTEM NOT REQUIRED . . ..423 Control code for units shipped to California dealers or units ordered by California dealers for registration out of state. CALIFORNIA PUBLIC SERVICE/EMERGENCY VEHICLE EXEMPTION .. ..936 Only available on units sold to authorized governmental units and privately-owned ambulance companies as listed in the Dealer Initial Ordering Guide. Must also use Code 423 when ordering. NON-CALIFORNIA DEALER ORDER FOR CALIFORNIA REGISTRATION .93N MAJOR PRODUCT CHANGES OVERVIEW The new 2000 Super Duty F-250 reinforces the tough image of the F-Series and continues to meet toe needs of both commercial and personal use customers Technological and functional innovations allow this truck to "get the job done" EXTERIOR CHANGES Colors Added: Harvest Gold Clearcoat Metallic (B5) Island Blue (B5) Colors Deleted: Light Prairie Tan Clearcoat Metallic Dark Hunter Green Clearcoat Metallic Standard rear bumper on all pickups INTERIOR CHANGES Woodgrain appliques added to door trim panels on Lariat and new floor mats with "Lariat" logo Standard power windows/locks added to XLT trim level Standard floor mats added to XLT trim level Colors Added: Dark Denim Blue Medium Dark Parchment (X) Colors Deleted: Denim Blue Medium Prairie Tan FUNCTIONAL CHANGES Spare wheel and tire with underframe carrier and spare tire lock standard on pickup models with pickup box (remains optional with pickup box delete) Front tow hooks standard on all pickups 4-wheel antilock brakes standard on XLT and Lariat trim levels Standard heavy duty battery with all gasoline engines Clean Fuel (LEV) gasoline and diesel engine application available on all pickups OPTION PROGRAM CHANGES OPTIONS ADDED: Bucket seats on XL in H.D. vinyl, H.D. knitted vinyl or H.D. cloth with recliner and without console Standard fold-up rear bench seat on all SuperCabs (design deletes the upper rear seat bolster) Dual alternators available with diesel engine OPTIONS REVISED: New telescoping manual and power trailer tow mirrors replace current non-telescoping manual and power trailer tow mirrors Revised floor console

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