2001 FORD F650 oil

Daily Owner Checks Engine system
Check the air filter restriction indicator
Check the engine oil
Inspect the coolant level - for Powerstroke
engine (for Caterpillar and Cummins engines,
refer to the Owner's Manual)
Brake system
Drain the air brake system reservoir - manual
valve
Check the air brake system reservoir
automatic drain valve operation
Transmission system
Visually check the automatic transmission for
fluid leakage
Steering system
Check the power steering pump fluid level and
check the system for leaks
Check the entire vehicle for evidence of fluid
leaks
U.S. Department of Transportation,
Federal Highway Administration
requirements (ensure that the entire
system is functioning properly)
Check the service brakes
Check the parking brake
Check the steering mechanism
Check the lighting devices and reflectors
Check the tires
Check the horn
Check the windshield wipers
Check the rear vision mirrors
Check the wheels and rims
Check the emergency equipment
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Check every oil
changeOil change
intervals are as
follows:
Powerstroke - 10 000;
Caterpillar - 15 000;
Cummins - 15 000
(refer to the
Caterpillar and
Cummins service
manuals for further
instructions and
information)Engine system
Check the engine cooling system - hoses,
clamps and protection
Inspect the drive belts
Exhaust system
Inspect the entire exhaust system (including
the inlet pipe(s), muffler(s), outlet pipe(s),
clamps and fasteners) for holes, leakage,
breakage, corrosive damage and separation
from other components. Adjust, service or
replace with the same or the equivalent part.
(Also a noise emission control service)
Suspension system
Lubricate the front and rear spring pins
Tighten the front and rear spring U-bolts to
the specified torque
Driveline and rear axle system
Lubricate the U-joints and the slip yoke
Brake system
Lube the air brake foot control valve, hinge
and roller
Inspect the drum brake linings through the
inspection holes
Lubricate the brake camshafts (air brakes)
Lubricate the brake slack adjuster (air brakes)
Lubricate rear caliper slide rails (F650
SuperCrewzer only)
Inspect the disc brake pads and the piston
boots (hydraulic brakes)
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Check every oil
changeOil change
intervals are as
follows:
Powerstroke - 10 000;
Caterpillar - 15 000;
Cummins - 15 000
(refer to the
Caterpillar and
Cummins service
manuals for further
instructions and
information)Clutch system
Lubricate the clutch release cross shaft and all
linkages
Check the clutch fluid
Fuel system
Drain the accumulated water or sediment from
the fuel tank(s)
Steering system
Lubricate the steering shaft(s), U-joints and
splines when equipped with grease fittings
Lubricate the front axle spindle pins
Lubricate the steering linkage when equipped
with grease fittings
Grease the power steering gear output shaft
* Coolant protection checks should be made just prior to the onset of
freezing weather, where applicable. If coolant is dirty or rusty in
appearance, the system should be drained, flushed and refilled with the
prescribed solution of cooling system fluid and water. Use only
permanent type coolant that meets Ford specifications ESE-M97B18-C.
See the engine manufacturer's operating guide for supplimental
corrosion inhibitor specifications.
In addition to the items to be performed daily or at each oil change, the
following need to be completed as specified:
8 000KM / 5 000 MILES
²Initial change Ð change the lubricant in the manual shift transmission
± 5 speed and 6 speed Eaton manual transmission. (Not required
when equipped with optional synthetic lubricant.)
32 000 KM / 20 000 MILES
²Replace the fuel filter.*
50 000 KM / 30 000 MILES
²Replace the engine spin-on coolant filter.*
²Repack and adjust the front wheel bearings Ð grease-filled hubs.
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65 000 KM / 40 000 MILES
²Replace the fuel filter.*
80 000 KM / 50 000 MILES
²Disassemble the single check valve (SC-2) and the automatic drain
valve (DB±2) Ð clean and inspect the valve for wear and
deterioration.
100 000 KM / 60 000 MILES
²Replace the engine spin-on coolant filter.*
²Oil filled front hubsÐ drain oil, adjust bearings and refill the front
hubs with oil. (Not required when equipped with optional synthetic
lubricant.)
²Drain the oil, adjust the bearing and refill with axle lubricant Ð oil
filled hubs.
²Replace the fuel filter.*
²Change the manual transmission oil Ð Eaton 5 and 6 speeds only.
(Not required when equipped with optional synthetic lubricant.)
110 000 KM / 70 000 MILES
²Replace the engine spin-on coolant filter.*
²Replace the engine coolant.* See the engine manufacturer's operating
guide for supplemental corrosion inhibitor specifications.
130 000 KM / 80 000 MILES
²Replace the fuel filter.*
150 000 KM / 90 000 MILES
²Replace the engine spin-on coolant filter*.
²Repack and adjust the front wheel bearings Ð grease-filled hubs.
²Change the lubricant in the manual shift transmission ± 7 speed
Spicer. (Not required when equipped with optional synthetic
lubricant.)
²Change the power steering fluid and filter.
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Ford Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner (not available in Canada)
Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only)
Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Remover* (not available in
Canada)
Ford Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner (Canada only)
Ford Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner (not available in Canada)
Ford Metal Surface Cleaner
Ford Multi-Purpose Cleaner*
Motorcraft Car Wash Concentrate
Motorcraft Carlite Glass Cleaner
Ford Spot and Stain Remover*
Ford Super Premium Tire and Trim Dressing
Ford Triple Clean
Ford Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (not available in Canada)
* May be sold with the Motorcraft name
FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE
A wide selection of Ford accessories are available for your vehicle
through your local authorized Ford, Lincoln Mercury or Ford of Canada
dealer. These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to
fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement
the style and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle. In addition, each
accessory is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds
Ford's rigid engineering and safety specifications. Ford accessories are
warranted for up to 12 months or 20 000 km (12 000 miles) on all cars
and light trucks and 12 months with unlimited distance on medium/heavy
duty trucks unless the accessory is installed on a new vehicle, then the
warranty becomes the balance of the new vehicle's warranty or the
accessories warranty, whichever is greater. See your dealer for complete
warranty information and availability.
Not all accessories are available for all models.
Customer assistance
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Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................232
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................21
Driving under special
conditions
through water .........................140
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................157
Emission control system ..........208
Engine
check engine/service engine
soon light ..................................15
cleaning ...................................198
coolant .....................................166
Engine block heater .................105
Engine fan .................................168
Engine oil ..................................159
checking and adding ..............159
oil pressure gauge ....................20
recommendations ...................161
Exhaust fumes ..........................106
F
Foglamps .....................................22
Fuel ............................................183
calculating fuel
economy ..........................141, 189
choosing the right fuel ...........185
filling your vehicle with fuel ..183
filter, specifications ........186±187gauge .........................................17
improving fuel
economy ..........................141, 189
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................183
Fuses ..................................143, 145
G
Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...........................141, 189
Gauges .........................................17
battery voltage gauge ...............19
engine coolant temperature
gauge .........................................17
engine oil pressure gauge ........20
fuel gauge ..................................17
odometer ...................................18
speedometer .............................18
tachometer ................................19
trip odometer ............................19
H
Hazard flashers .........................143
Headlamps ...................................21
aiming ......................................195
daytime running lights .............21
flash to pass ..............................66
high beam ...........................13, 66
turning on and off ....................21
warning chime ..........................16
Heating ........................................22
heater only system ...................22
heating and air conditioning
system .......................................24
Hood ..........................................158
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