Yes, you can turn off or disable the telematics on a 2025 F-250 6.7L Diesel, primarily by managing the FordPass Connect modem settings via the vehicle's infotainment screen or physically disconnecting the unit. Disabling this prevents the truck from sharing location, speed, and vehicle health data with Ford. [1, 2, 3]
How to Disable Telematics (FordPass Connect)
Via Screen: Go to Settings > FordPass Connect > Connectivity Settings and toggle the features off.
Via App: Within the FordPass app, you can turn off location services, though this may limit remote features like start/lock.
Physical Disconnect: Locate the Telematics Control Unit (TCU)—often a black box with an IMEI number—and unplug its power harness to fully disable it. [1, 3, 4]
Important Considerations
Lost Features: Turning off the modem will disable remote start/lock/unlock via the app, live traffic updates, and automatic emergency services (e911).
Effect: This action removes the vehicle's ability to transmit data to the cloud. [2, 4, 5]
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[1] https://www.ford.ie/support/how-tos/ford-technology/vehicle-modem/can-i-prevent-fordpass-connect-from-using-my-data
[2] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1l2y04QoksE
[3] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vn6i_oBA1lk
[4] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gqqpGdUlUFM
[5] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Telematic_control_unit