2000 FORD F650 clutch

To disengage speed control
•Depress the brake pedal or
•Depress the clutch pedal (if
equipped).
Disengaging the speed control will
not erase the previously
programmed set speed.
Pressing OFF will erase the
previously programmed set speed.
ON
OFF
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STARTING PROCEDURES
Operating precautions
•Always shift to a lower gear at high altitudes to prevent engine
smoking.
•Avoid extended and unnecessary idling.
Do not operate a diesel engine where the vapors can be
combustible. These vapors can be sucked through the air intake
system and cause engine acceleration and overspeeding, which may
result in bodily injury and extensive property damage. The equipment
owner and operator are responsible for safe operation in a hostile
environment.
STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Ensure headlamps and all accessories are turned off and the parking
brake is applied.
2.Automatic transmissions,ensure gearshift is in N (Neutral).
3.Manual transmissions,ensure
gearshift is in neutral position and
clutch pedal depressed.
If your vehicle is equipped with an
air intake heater, the heater will
activate in cooler weather. If the
Wait to Start light illuminates,do
notcrank the engine until the light
goes off.
R 2 4
3 5 1
WAIT
TO
START
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•Lack of lubricant in the front spindle bearings or linkage components
•Low oil level in the power steering system
•Broken or loose power steering pump direct drive connection
•Malfunctioning relief valve in power steering gear or steering pump
•Malfunctioning power steering pump
•Restriction in power steering lines
•Improperly set turn stops
•Air entrapped in power steering system fluid
DRIVING WITH A MANUAL TRANSMISSION, IF EQUIPPED
Continued use of a damaged or worn clutch, prolonged clutch
slippage or downshifting at excessive speeds can result in a
failure of the engine, transmission or clutch components.
To avoid premature clutch wear and failure, do not drive with
your foot resting on the clutch pedal or use it to hold the vehicle
at a standstill on an upgrade as when waiting for a traffic light.
Manual transmission shift patterns
are displayed on the shift lever
knob.
Study this information carefully before you drive the vehicle even though
you may be familiar with similar units. Do not attempt to drive the
vehicle without knowing the exact shift pattern of the transmission.
Consult your authorized dealer if any questions exist as to the shifting
instructions posted in your vehicle.
Do not coast the vehicle with the clutch pedal depressed or with
the transmission in neutral. This practice could result in loss of
vehicle control.
R 1 3 5
4
6 2
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Always use a gear ratio low enough to allow the engine to operate above
the minimum engine operation speed range. Do not lug the engine. When
more power is required, shift to a lower gear and accelerate the engine
near the governed speed.
Driving hints
The following driving hints are provided as a brief, general guide in
operating the different manual transmissions used in your vehicle.
•Always use the lowest gear to start the vehicle.
•Do not slam or jerk lever into gear.
•When shifting into 1 (First) or R (Reverse) with vehicle standing still,
quickly release and depress the clutch pedal (if necessary to complete
gear engagement).
Operating the Eaton FS-4205A and FS-5205A 5–speed
transmissions
The 5-speed transmission is
equipped with five forward gears
and one reverse. All forwards gears
are synchronized. The shift pattern
is embossed on the gear shift knob.
Do not shift the transmission into R (Reverse) while the vehicle is
moving as this could damage the transmission.
To go forward
With the engine idling, depress the
clutch pedal and shift into 1 (First).
Engage the clutch while pressing
the accelerator to start forward.
Operate the clutch and upshift as
required by driving conditions.
R 2 4
3 5 1
R 2 4
3 5
1
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To go backward
Reverse is obtained by putting the
gearshift lever in R (Reverse) and
engaging the clutch while pressing
lightly on the accelerator.
Operating the Eaton FS-5306A and FS–6306A 6-speed
transmissions
These 6-speed transmissions are
equipped with six forward gears and
one reverse. The 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
and 6th gears are synchronized. The
shift pattern is embossed on the
gear shift knob.
Do not shift the transmission into 1 (First) or R (Reverse) while the
vehicle is moving as this could damage the transmission.
To go forward
With the engine idling, depress the
clutch pedal and shift into 1 (First).
Engage the clutch while pressing
the accelerator to start forward.
Operate the clutch and upshift as
required by driving conditions.
R 2 4
3 5 1
R 1 3 5
4
6 2
R 1 3 5
4
6 2
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To go backward
Reverse is obtained by putting the
gearshift lever in R (Reverse) and
engaging the clutch while pressing
lightly on the accelerator.
Operating the Spicer ES52-7B and ES066-7B 7-speed
transmissions
These 7-speed transmissions are
equipped with seven forward gears
and one reverse. The 2nd, 3rd, 4th,
5th, 6th and 7th gears are
synchronized. The shift pattern is
embossed on the gear shift knob.
Do not shift the transmission into 1 (First) or R (Reverse) while the
vehicle is moving as this could damage the transmission.
To go forward
With the engine idling, depress the
clutch pedal and shift into 1 (First).
Engage the clutch while pressing
the accelerator to start forward.
Operate the clutch and upshift as
required by driving conditions.
R 1 3 5
4
6 2
2 4 6
3 5 71 R
2 4 6
3 5 7
1 R
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To go backward
Reverse is obtained by putting the
gearshift lever in R (Reverse) and
engaging the clutch while pressing
lightly on the accelerator.
Removing key from ignition
•Turn the ignition key to
position 2.
•Push the release lever forward
and rotate the key towards you
and remove.
Power-take off operation (PTO) with a manual transmission
Transmission-mounted power take-off units are available for local
installation on Ford vehicles. See your Body Builder’s Layout Book for
restrictions on use and installation of power take-off units.
To engage the PTO unit, stop the vehicle and place the transmission
control in neutral. Depress the clutch and allow the gears to stop
rotating, then engage the PTO unit. The PTO can also be selected with
the transmission in gear as long as the clutch is depressed.
2 4 6
3 5 7
1 R
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The PTO gear is in constant mesh with the drive gear in the torque
converter housing. A friction clutch or constant drive is used to transmit
power to the PTO.
Power take-off (PTO) operation on vehicles equipped with a
Caterpillar 3126E engine
If your vehicle is equipped with a Caterpillar 3126E engine, the PTO will
only operate if the vehicle is in Neutral. This feature can be overriden by
a special service tool; see your dealer or service representative for more
information.
MAXIMUM VEHICLE LOADING
Every vehicle manufactured by Ford
Motor Company is supplied with
information on the Vehicle Rating
Decal listing the maximum loading
for the vehicle (GVWR), and its axle
systems (GAWR) at the tire to
ground interface.
Under no circumstances should your vehicle be loaded in excess of the
GVWR or GAWR. It is the operator’s responsibility to assure that neither
the axle capacities, spring capacities, tire capacities nor the vehicle rated
GVWR is exceeded. For tire capacities, refer toSpecifications and
capacitieschapter.
Unloaded or lightly loaded vehicles
The braking system has been designed to safely stop your vehicle when
fully loaded to its GVWR.
When operating empty or lightly loaded, sudden or hard braking
may induce wheel lockup with loss of vehicle control and the
possibility of accident and serious injury, especially on wet or slippery
road surfaces.
MFD. BY FORD MOTOR CO. IN U.S.A.
WB TYPE/GVW BODY TRANS AXLE EXT PNT DSO
XXX XXXXXX XXX XXX XXX XXXX XXXXXX
∇FOHT-15294A10-GA
DATE: XXXXX GVWR:XXXXX LB/ XXXXX KGFGAWR: XXXXXX/XXXXXXX RGAWR: XXXXXXX/XXXXXXX
XXXXXXXXXXXX W/TIRES XXXXXXXXXXXX W/TIRES
XXXXXXXXX RIMS XXXXXXXXX RIMS
AT XXX PSI COLD AT XXX PSI COLD
THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL
MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE
DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE.
VIN: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX REAR REAR GAWR
TYPE: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXX/XXXXXXX
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