2003 FORD F650 wheel

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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* 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
•Initial change—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
•Replace the fuel filter.*
50 000 KM / 30 000 MILES
•Replace the engine spin-on coolant filter.*
•Repack and adjust the front wheel bearings—grease-filled hubs.
65 000 KM / 40 000 MILES
•Replace the fuel filter.*
80 000 KM / 50 000 MILES
•Disassemble the single check valve (SC-2) and the automatic drain
valve (DB–2)—clean and inspect the valve for wear and
deterioration.
100 000 KM / 60 000 MILES
•Replace the engine spin-on coolant filter.*
•Oil filled front hubs—drain oil, adjust bearings and refill the front
hubs with oil. (Not required when equipped with optional synthetic
lubricant.)
•Drain the oil, adjust the bearing and refill with axle lubricant—oil
filled hubs.
•Replace the fuel filter.*
•Change the manual transmission oil—Eaton 5 and 6 speeds only.
(Not required when equipped with optional synthetic lubricant.)
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110 000 KM / 70 000 MILES
•Replace the engine spin-on coolant filter.*
•Replace the engine coolant.* See the engine manufacturer’s operating
guide for supplemental corrosion inhibitor specifications.
130 000 KM / 80 000 MILES
•Replace the fuel filter.*
150 000 KM / 90 000 MILES
•Replace the engine spin-on coolant filter*.
•Repack and adjust the front wheel bearings—grease-filled hubs.
•Change the lubricant in the manual shift transmission–7 speed
Spicer. (Not required when equipped with optional synthetic
lubricant.)
•Change the power steering fluid and filter.
160 000 KM / 100 000 MILES
•Disassemble the single check valve (SC-3) and the automatic drain
valve (DB–2)—clean and inspect the valves for wear and
deterioration.
•Lube the clutch release and the cross shaft lever.
•Replace the fuel filter.*
•Change the rear axle lubricant. (Not required when equipped with
optional synthetic lubricant.)
400 000 KM / 250 000 MILES
•Change the rear axle lubricant when equipped with optional synthetic
lubricant.
500 000 KM / 300 000 MILES
•Disassemble the air dryer, replace the desiccant and check the
mounting of the dryer to the vehicle (if equipped).
Please continue with these scheduled maintenance intervals for your
vehicle.
* Shown intervals are for Powerstroke engine only. Refer to Caterpillar
and Cummins Owner Manuals for intervals for their respective engines.
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Maintenance Operation Frequency - Observation
Inspect the automatic slack
adjuster functionInsufficient power shown in loaded
practice stop
Check the operation of the
brakes, the clutch, and the
steering (*b,a)Vehicle handling qualities not up to
par
Inspect the vehicle for missing,
damaged, or mislocated noise
shieldsExcessive noise emanates from under
the cab or engine compartment
Check the engine performance
and the engine governorExcessive engine noise
Inspect the fan, the fan shroud,
and the fan clutchEngine overheats, fans runs at high
speed constantly, excessive fan noise,
or fan wobble due to worn bearings
Check for operation of ABS
warning lampAt each engine start up
Inspect the entire exhaust
system (including inlet pipe,
muffler, outlet pipe and all
exhaust clamps and fasteners)
for holes, leakage, breakage,
looseness and corrosive
damageExcessive noise or the smell of fumes
is experienced
Inspect the engine air
induction system (including the
air ducts, the air cleaner, and
the air cleaner element) for
loose fitting, damaged or
missing componentsExcessive noise emanates from the
engine compartment
Inspect the tires and check the
air pressure (*c)Poor steering, wandering or excessive
tire wear
Balance the wheels and the
tiresVibration or abnormal tire wear
indicates imbalance
Check the front end alignment
(*c)Poor steering, wandering or excessive
tire wear
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Maintenance Operation Frequency - Observation
Check the transmission and
engine mountings (*b)Hard shifting or excessive vibration
Check and adjust transmission
controls (*b)High effort to shift or noisy
transmission
Check fuel pump pressure Insufficient full-throttle power or
backfiring
Clean radiator cap seal. Clean
and inspect the cap surface on
the radiatorWhen the cap does not hold pressure
Check the battery terminals for
corrosionWhenever electrical power supply has
diminished
Tighten the wheel mounting
nuts to the specified torque.
Refer toServicing your
wheels and tiresRequired initially at 804 and 1 609 km
(500 and 1 000 miles). Perform again
at 804 and 1 609 km (500 and 1 000
mile) intervals after each tire
removal/replacement.
*a During maintenance and repair, protect the fuel tube and the hose
assemblies, the power steering lines, and the brake lines from the
external heat, the acids and the abrasion that could damage the lines.
*b Check for (free) linkage action and ensure that (return) spring
force is adequate to maintain pedal free play.
*c Adjust, repair or replace as required with the same or equivalent
parts.
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A
Air cleaner filter .......................206
Air conditioning
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................57
Audio system
(see Radio) ................20, 25, 32, 40
Automatic transmission ............132
Auxiliary power point .................73
B
Battery .......................................184
jumping a disabled battery ....165
voltage gauge ............................17
BeltMinder ...................................96
Brakes ................................113, 119
anti-lock ...................114–115, 121
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light ...11–12, 115
brake warning light ............11–12
fluid, checking and adding ....203
parking ....................116, 118, 122
pedals (see Power
adjustable foot pedals) ............73
trailer .......................................124
C
CD-6 disc .....................................40
CD-single premium .....................32
Child safety restraints ..............101
child safety belts ....................101
Child safety seats ......................104
attaching with tether straps ..108
in front seat ............................106
in rear seat ..............................106
tether anchorage hardware ...108Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............175
exterior ....................................177
instrument panel ....................176
interior .....................................176
plastic parts ............................176
washing ....................................174
waxing .....................................174
wheels ......................................175
woodtone trim ........................176
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......56–57
Clock ..........................23, 29, 36, 44
Clutch ........................................202
fluid ..........................................202
Compass, electronic ....................70
calibration .................................72
set zone adjustment .................71
Console
overhead ....................................70
Controls
power seat .................................89
Coolant ......................................186
refill capacities ........................190
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................76
Customer Assistance ................150
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............171
Getting roadside assistance ...150
Getting the service
you need .................................166
Ordering additional
owner’s literature ...................172
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................168
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replacing the batteries .............84
Roadside assistance ..................150
S
Safety belts (see
Safety restraints) ..................92–93
Safety defects, reporting ..........173
Safety restraints ....................92–93
belt minder ...............................96
cleaning the safety belts ........100
extension assembly ................100
for adults ...................................93
for children .............................101
lap belt ......................................95
warning light and
chime .............................12, 15, 96
Safety seats for children ..........104
Seat belts (see
Safety restraints) ........................92
Seats ............................................86
child safety seats ....................104
Servicing your vehicle ..............229
Speed control ..............................76
Speedometer ...............................18
Starting your vehicle ................109
jump starting ..........................165
preparing to start your
vehicle .....................................109
Steering wheel
controls ................................69, 76
tilting .........................................69
T
Tachometer .................................19
Temperature control
(see Climate control) .................56Tires ...........................................210
checking the pressure ....212, 214
Tires - servicing ........................212
Towing
wrecker ....................................164
Transmission
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................204
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................204
manual operation ....................141
Trip odometer .............................19
Turn signal ............................14, 63
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................222
Vehicle loading ..........................149
W
Warning chimes ...............9, 15, 118
Warning lights (see Lights) .........9
Washer fluid ..............................180
reservoir ..................................180
Water, Driving through .............148
Wheels .......................................210
Windows
power .........................................74
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
checking and cleaning ..............68
operation ...................................68
replacing wiper blades .............69
Wrecker towing .........................164
Index
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