2005 FORD F650 low beam

Front of vehicle
Lights:Make sure all lights illuminate and are clean.
Make sure headlights function on both high
and low beams. Make sure reflectors are clean
and unbroken and of proper color (red on
rear, amber elsewhere). Make sure the running
lights are also clean and unbroken.
Steering gear:Look for: missing or loose fasteners, power
steering fluid leaks and damage to power
steering hoses.
Steering linkage:Make sure connecting links, arms and rods are
not worn or cracked; joints, sockets and boot
seals are not worn or loose and that there are
no loose or missing cotter keys, nuts or bolts.
Tow hooks:Front and rear tow hooks should be inspected
for damage or loose mounting. This is
particularly important on vehicles where tow
hooks are frequently used.
Front suspension
Spring:Inspect for missing, broken or shifted leaves or
leaves that are in contact, or nearly contacting
a tire, rim, brake drum, frame or body
components.
Spring mount:Inspect spring hangers, bolts, bushings, axle
mounting bolts and nuts for cracks, breaks,
wear, damage and tightness.
Shock absorber:Inspect for cracks, leaks and missing or broken
bolts or bushings.
Note:Never apply grease to spring pads.
Do not operate the vehicle if any suspension conditions listed in
theFront suspensionchart are evident. Loss of steering or
suspension could result in property damage, personal injury or death.
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Rear of vehicle
Signal/Brake lights:Make sure both brake lights illuminate when
the brake pedal is applied. Also, make sure
each signal flashes. Make sure that four-way
flashers work properly.
Lights, reflectors:Make sure all lights illuminate and are clean.
Make sure headlights function on both high
and low beams. Make sure reflectors are clean
and unbroken and of proper color (red on
rear, amber elsewhere). Make sure the running
lights are also clean and unbroken. Rear
running lights must be checked separately
from signal, flasher and brake lights.
Tractor - coupling system
Mounting bolts:Check for loose or missing mounting brackets,
clamps, bolts or nuts. Both fifth wheel and
slide mounting must be solidly attached.
Platform:Check for cracks or breaks in the platform
structure.
Safety latch:Make sure safety latch is engaged.
Release arm:Make sure safety latch is in the engaged
position and that any safety latch is in place.
Kingpin/Apron:Make sure kingpin is not bent or worn. Also
make sure that the apron lies flat on the fifth
wheel skid plate and that the visible part of
the apron is not bent, worn, cracked or
broken.
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingFuse Description
13 20A Radio, Cluster
14 10A Interior lamps
15 10A GEM, Interior lamp relay, Map lamps
16 15A High beams
17—Not used
18 5A Headlamp switch, GEM
19 15A Engine ECM (Caterpillar and Cummins
engines)
Engine ECM, Accel, Crank (6.0L Power
Stroke engine only)
20 15A Starter relay, GEM
21 10A Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
22 15A Air solenoid 4–pack (Air horn, Air suspension
dump, Differential lock axle and Two-speed
axle)
23 10A Electronic flasher
24 15A Vacuum pump, Air dryer, ABS, Fuel
heater/Fuel transfer pump relay, Heated
drain valve, 6.0L Power Stroke Water In Fuel
(WIF) module
25 10A Blower motor relay
26 10A RH low beam headlamp
27—Not used
28 10A LH low beam headlamp
29 10A Cluster (Power, Warning lamps), Hydraulic
ABS relay, Air traction control
30 30A Not used
31 15A Allison transmissions
Relay 1—Interior lamps
Relay 2—Not used
Relay 3—Horn
Relay 4—One-touch down window
Relay 5—Not used
2005 F650/750(f67)
Supplement
USA English(fus)
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In addition to the items to be performed daily or at each oil change, the
following need to be completed as specified:
Maintenance Operation Frequency — ObservationClean body/door drain holes.
Clean windshield wiper blades.
Replace windshield wiper blades.
Lubricate body lock cylinders, door and hood hinges.
Check headlamp alignment.
Check windshield washer fluid level. Add fluid if required.At least twice annually.
As required.
If wiping the blades with a clean cloth and mild detergent
and washing the windshield with a cleaner does not restore
a clean wipe.
Difficult to operate or noisy.
Lamp beams in wrong position when vehicle operating
loaded.
If washers do not spray fluid when operated. GENERAL MAINTENANCE SERVICES
Listed below are vehicle checks that should be made periodically either by the owner or a qualified technician. It is recommended
that deficiencies be brought to the attention of your dealer or another qualified service outlet as soon as possible in order that
advice regarding the need for service or replacement can be obtained.
2005 F650/750(f67)
Supplement
USA English(fus)
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