
U-BOLT NUT TORQUE
U-bolt diameter (nominal) (all
spring suspensions)U-bolt diameter (nominal)
N.m Ft. lbs.
IROS Air w/15,500 lb. axles and
less353–407 260–300
IROS Air w/ greater than 15,500
lb. axles502–542 370–400
Hendrickson 23,000 lb. axle 502–542 370–400
Air suspension U-bolt checks and re-torquing procedures
1. Inspect the threads of the U-bolt and nut for rust and debris. Clean
the threads if contaminated.
2. Using a torque wrench, determine if any nuts can be turned with a
force below the specified torque.
3. Using the lowest discovered torqued nut as a starting point, retighten
the nuts using the sequence listed underAir suspension U-bolt and
U-bolt nut installation.
Air suspension U-bolt and U-bolt nut installation
1. Inspect the threads of the U-bolt and nut for rust and debris. Clean
the threads if contaminated.
2. Install the U-bolts and nuts and torque the nuts to 20 N.m. (15 ft.
lbs.), using a diagonal pattern.
3. Re-torque the nuts to 136 N.m. (100 ft. lbs.), using a diagonal pattern.
4. Re-torque the nuts to 271 N.m. (200 ft. lbs.), using a diagonal pattern.
5. Re-torque the nuts to 542 (400 ft. lbs.), using a diagonal pattern. (For
vehicles equipped with 14ACC, 14 ADN and 14ADP axles, do not use
Step 6.)
6. Re-torque the nuts to 576 N.m. (425 ft. lbs.), using a diagonal pattern.
(For vehicles equipped with 14ACC, 14 ADN and 14ADP axles.)
7. Use the same diagonal pattern with each U-bolt nut re-torque.
Spring U-bolt checks
Check U-bolt nuts and re-torque every 58,000 km (36,000 miles) after
initial 1,600 km (1,000 mile) re-torque. The U-bolt and nut threads and
seats should be cleaned and lubricated to assure peak condition when
re-torqued.
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4. Draw up the nuts alternately following the crisscross sequence
illustrated underInstallation, tightening and alignment. Do not fully
tighten the nuts. This will allow uniform seating of the nuts and assure
even face-to-face contact of the wheel and hub.
5. Continue tightening the nuts to the torque specifications in the torque
chart using the same crisscross sequence shown.
6. After operating the vehicle approximately 80 km (50 miles), check the
nuts for tightness. Some natural seating of parts may be encountered
and the torque on the nuts will drop. Retighten all nuts to specifications.
Once a week, inspect and retighten the wheel stud nuts.
Aluminum rear disc wheel with flange nuts (hub-piloted)
1. Flange nut
2. Wheel(s)
3. Brake drum
4. Wheel stud (22 mm)
5. Wheel hub
6. Wheel locator pad
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6
5
4
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Prior to re-installing rear aluminum hub-piloted wheels, clean each wheel
locator pad on the hub from all dirt, rust and foreign material. Apply a
light coat of chassis grease, never-seize or disc brake corrosion control
grease, only to the wheel locator pad.
When installing the tire and rim assembly on disc-brake equipped axles,
make sure the tire valve stem clears the brake caliper. The use of a tire
manufacturer’s stem forming tool is the only acceptable method of
obtaining clearance when necessary.
Note:Always observe the following instructions:
•Always loosen rim clamps before complete removal of nut from stud
(cast spoke wheels). With loosened nuts on stud, strike clamps with a
heavy hammer and be sure each clamp is loose.
•Always deflate tires completely before removing locks or side rings.
•Always inflate tires in a safety cage.
•Never mix rim side rings or lock rings of different types,
manufacturers or sizes.
•Never use cracked, bent or badly rusted parts.
•Never re-inflate flat tires on-vehicle; use the spare tire.
•Never add air until each side ring or lock ring is fully seated.
•Never hammer side ring or lock ring on a partially- or fully-inflated
tire.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in property
damage, personal injury or death
Proper torque
It is important to tighten and maintain wheel and rim mounting nuts to
the proper torque. Loose nuts or over-tightened nuts can lead to
premature wear and possible failure of the wheel and/or mounting
hardware.
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Changing wheel types
Consult your dealer or wheel/rim distributor before attempting any wheel
or fastener changes.
Use only the same type and style wheels and mounting hardware
to replace original parts. Failure to do so may result in an
assembly that looks fine, but does not fit together properly. This could
possibly cause wheel or fastener failures which could result in property
damage, personal injury or death.
Do not attempt to mix stud-piloted wheels or fasteners with
hub-piloted wheels or fasteners.
Do not change from aluminum wheels to steel wheels or
vice-versa without changing the mounting hardware required or,
with flange-nut mounting systems, changing the hub and stud
assembly.
WHEEL NUT TORQUE
Size Nut mountingTorque
N.m. ft. lbs.
22 mm Flange 610–678 450–500
Note:Do not use lubrication on dry threads. Where excessive corrosion
exists, a light coat of lubricant on the first three threads of the stud bolt
is permitted. Keep lubricant away from:
•Hex nut and rim clamp contact surfaces.
•Cap nut ball face and ball seat on the disc wheel.
•Flange nut washer surface and flat on the disc wheel.
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Engine coolant and oil
Engine type Engine coolant
(approximate
capacity)Engine oil
(approximate
capacity)
6.0L Power Stroke 25.7L (54.4 pints) 18.0L (19 quarts)
Caterpillar 28.4 (60.0)
1
Cummins B 23.1 (24.4)1
1Refer to the engine operator manual for engine oil refill capacities.
Power steering system
Steering gearPower steering fluid volume (cubic
inches/liters/pints)
V8 engine
TAS40 steering gear 506/8.3/17.6
TAS65 steering gear 533/8.7/18.4
Transmission
Description Liters Pints
MD-3060P 5–speed automatic 27.4 58.01
MD-3560P 5–speed automatic 27.4 58.01
MD-3060P 6–speed automatic 27.4 58.01
FS-4205A 5–speed manual 5.4 11.5
MD-3066P 6–speed automatic 27.4 58.01
FS-5406A 6–speed manual 9.2 19.5
FS-5406N 6–speed manual 9.2 19.5
MD-3560P 6–speed automatic 27.4 58.0
1
2000P Series 5–speed automatic 18.0 38.01
2400 Series 5–speed automatic 18.0 38.01
FS-5205A 5–speed manual 5.9 12.5
FS-6406N 6–speed manual 9.2 19.5
FS-6406A 6–speed manual 9.2 19.5
ES066–7B 7–speed manual 9.9 20.9
ES56–7B 7–speed manual 9.9 20.9
FR-9210B 10–speed manual 11.1 23.5
RT–8908LL 10–speed manual 13.2 28.0
1Total fluid capacity (dry transmission and torque converter).
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Air conditioner refrigerant - r134a
Kg. (lbs.) Oz.
.85 (1.87) 30
Note:This system uses PAG-type refrigerant oil.
Refrigerant fitting torque
Captured washer nut: 19–21 N.m. (170–190 inch lbs.)
Note:This system uses mineral based refrigerant oil to lubricate o-rings
and fittings.
Fuel tanks
Standard tanks are listed as such; all other tanks available for your
vehicle are optional equipment.
Vehicle Tank type Liters Gallons
F-650 Low Profile
(standard), F-650
Dock HeightSingle, steel
rectangular132 35
F-650 Low Profile,
F-650 Dock Height
(standard), F-750
Pick-up and
Delivery
(standard), F-750
Severe Service
(standard)Single, steel
rectangular170 45
F-650 Dock
Height, F-750
Pick-up and
Delivery, F-750
Severe ServiceSingle, steel
rectangular189 50
F-650–Low Profile,
F-650 Dock
Height, F-750
Pick-up and
Delivery, F-750
Severe ServiceSingle, steel
rectangular246 65
F-650 Dock
Height, F-750
Pick-up and
Delivery, F-750
Severe ServiceSingle, steel
D-style246 65
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OWNER MAINTENANCE
You can do much of the maintenance your vehicle requires yourself, if
you have the time and a reasonable amount of mechanical ability. If you
prefer to have this work done professionally, your authorized dealer
stands ready to help you.
All mechanical components and attachments are important in that they
could affect the performance of vital components and systems. If
replacement becomes necessary, they must be replaced with parts having
the same part number or with equivalent parts. Torque values of the
attaching parts must be used as specified during any reassembly
procedure to assure proper retention.
EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM
To assure the emissions control systems operate effectively, you should
have the services listed in the maintenance schedule performed at the
specified time and km/mileage intervals. You should avoid running out of
fuel or turning off the ignition while the vehicle is in motion, especially
at high speeds.
Because of high engine compartment and exhaust system
temperatures resulting from emissions equipment, do not park,
idle or operate your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover
where the possibility of ground fire exists.
Do not make unauthorized modifications to the engine or vehicle.
Modifications causing increased amounts of unburned fuel to reach the
exhaust system can significantly increase the temperature of the engine
compartment and/or the exhaust system.
Avoid driving your vehicle if it does not operate properly. If the engine
diesels (more than five seconds of engine run-on after shut-off), misfires,
surges, stalls or backfires, see your dealer. Be alert for fluid leakage,
odor, smoke, loss of oil pressure, or charge indicator or over temperature
warning.
Do NOT use diesel fuel blended with waste oil in engines equipped with
a catalytic converter-muffler. Waste lube oil blending in fuel will plug the
catalytic converter-muffler, resulting in a significant loss of engine power.
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Check every oil
changeOil change
intervals are as follows:
Power Stroke - 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
Inspect the disc brake pads and the piston boots (hydraulic
brakes)
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 WSS-M97B51-A1. See the engine
manufacturer’s operating guide for supplemental corrosion inhibitor specifications.
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