2012 FORD F650 instrument cluster

Clearance lamps (if equipped)
Illuminates when the headlamps or
parking lamps are switched on.
This provides additional visibility of
your vehicle to other drivers on the
road.
SPEED CONTROL
With speed control set, you can maintain a set speed without keeping
your foot on the accelerator pedal.
WARNING:Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on
roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved.
Using speed control
The speed controls are located on the steering wheel. The following
buttons work with speed control.
ON:Press to turn on speed control.
OFF:Press to turn off speed
control.
RES (Resume):Press to resume a
set speed.
SET/ACCEL:Press to set a speed
or increase a set speed.
COAST:Press to reduce a set speed.
Setting speed control
1. Press and release ON.
2. Accelerate to the desired speed.
3. Press and release SET/ACCEL.
4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
5. The indicator
light on the instrument cluster will turn on.
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Safety belt warning light and indicator chime
The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a
chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts.
Conditions of operation
If... Then...
The driver’s safety belt is not
buckled before the ignition switch
has been turned to on...The safety belt warning light
illuminates 1-2 minutes and the
warning chime sounds 4-8 seconds.
The driver’s safety belt is buckled
while the indicator light is
illuminated and the warning
chime is sounding...The safety belt warning light and
warning chime turn off.
The driver’s safety belt is buckled
before the ignition switch has
been turned to on...The safety belt warning light and
indicator chime remain off.
Belt-Minder
The Belt-Minderfeature is a supplemental warning to the safety belt
warning function. This feature provides additional reminders to the
driver that the driver’s safety belt is unbuckled by intermittently
sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning lamp in the
instrument cluster.
If... Then...
The driver’s safety belt is not
buckled before the vehicle has
reached at least 3 mph (5 km/h)
and 1-2 minutes have elapsed since
the ignition switch has been turned
to on...The Belt-Minderfeature is activated
- the safety belt warning light
illuminates and the warning chime
sounds for six seconds every
30 seconds, repeating for
approximately five minutes or until
safety belt is buckled.
The driver’s safety belt is buckled
while the safety belt indicator light
is illuminated and the safety belt
warning chime is sounding...The Belt-Minderfeature does not
activate.
The driver’s safety belt is buckled
before the ignition switch is turned
to the on position...The Belt-Minderfeature does not
activate.
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may be limited and your vehicle may stall. Water may also enter your
engine’s air intake and severely damage your engine, drive axles or the
transmission (through the breather ports).
Once through the water, always dry the brakes by moving your vehicle
slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Wet brakes do
not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes.
ENGINE AUTOMATIC SHUTDOWN WARNING LIGHT OR CHIME
(IF EQUIPPED)
This feature illuminates a light in the instrument cluster and/or sounds a
chime indicating that the engine is being shut down in the event of high
coolant temperature, low engine oil pressure, high diesel particulate filter
soot loading or low engine coolant level. In the event any of these
conditions exist, the engine automatically shuts down.
If the engine shuts down, it can be restarted and operated for
30 seconds at a time or until the problem is corrected. Do not attempt to
use this restarting feature to drive the vehicle very far as serious engine
damage could result.
WARNING:In the event of engine shutdown, make sure the
vehicle is safely off the road and the problem is remedied prior
to returning to the road. Failure to remove the vehicle from the road
could result in an accident, causing serious injury or death.
GENERAL BRAKE INFORMATION
All standard equipment brakes are designed to be self-adjusting.
Automatic adjustment, when required, occurs whenever the brakes are
applied and released during forward or reverse operation. Refer to the
Scheduled Maintenance Guidechapter for scheduled maintenance.
Occasional brake noise is normal and often does not indicate a performance
concern with the vehicle’s brake system. In normal operation, automotive
brake systems may emit occasional or intermittent squeal or groan noises
when the brakes are applied. Such noises are usually heard during the first
few brake applications in the morning; however, they may be heard at any
time while braking and can be aggravated by environmental conditions
such as cold, heat, moisture, road dust, salt or mud. If a “metal-to-metal,”
“continuous grinding” or “continuous squeal” sound is present while
braking, the brake linings may be worn-out and should be inspected by a
qualified service technician.
Know the required stopping distances for all driving conditions that may
be encountered. For longer brake lining life, take full advantage of engine
braking power when coming to a stop.
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WARNING:If the red BRAKE warning lamp in the instrument
cluster remains illuminated after engine start up, this indicates a
system failure in the Full Power Brake System. Stop the vehicle safely
as soon as possible and seek service immediately.
Note:During normal driving the pump/motors may be heard
replenishing the accumulators; this is a normal function of the system.
Parking brake
Apply the parking brake whenever
the vehicle is parked. To set the
parking brake, pull handle up until it
snaps into the locked position.
WARNING:Do not use the
gearshift selector in place of
the parking brake. Always set the
parking brake fully AND make
sure the gearshift selector is in R
(Reverse) for vehicles equipped
with manual transmission, P
(Park)(if equipped)or N
(Neutral) for vehicles with
automatic transmission. Use of
wheel chocks is also
recommended in hilly or off-road
usage.
WARNING:Unexpected and possible sudden vehicle movement
may occur if these precautions are not taken.
When the parking brake is out of adjustment, seek service immediately.
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The parking brake warning lamp in
the instrument cluster illuminates,
and remains illuminated (when the
ignition is turned on), until the
parking brake is released.
Push the palm release lever on the
parking brake handle and push
down as far as possible to release
the brake. Driving with the parking
brake on causes the brakes to wear
out quickly and reduce fuel
economy.
WARNING:If the parking brake is fully released but the parking
brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be
working properly. See your dealer or a qualified service technician.
The parking brake is not recommended to stop a moving vehicle.
However, if the normal brakes fail, the parking brake can be used to stop
your vehicle in an emergency. Since the parking brake only applies
retardation to the rear wheels, the vehicle’s stopping distance increases
greatly and the handling of your vehicle is adversely affected.
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POWER PARK (PARKING BRAKE) OPTION (IF EQUIPPED)
This feature uses a brake chamber mounted on the chassis to power a
spring-applied, hydraulically-released driveline parking brake. It is
controlled by a yellow, dash-mounted parking brake knob.
The Power Park Brake is controlled by the park brake dash-mounted,
yellow knob-type switch. The switch has three positions: apply (out),
neutral (central), and release (in). The switch is spring-loaded to return
to the neutral (central) position after being pushed or pulled.
There is no visual indication at the knob that the park brake is applied or
released; check the instrument cluster. If the
light is illuminated,
the parking brake is applied.
Applying the parking brake
To apply the parking brake, pull the yellow, dash-mounted parking brake
knob. A red light (
) in the instrument cluster should illuminate
indicating that the parking brake has been successfully set.
Note:If the
light blinks and a warning chime sounds when the
control knob is pulled, the parking brake is not functioning properly;
seek immediate service from your dealer. Refer toParking brake
warning systemin this section.
Releasing the parking brake
Note:Read and understand the following steps and perform them
whenever you prepare to drive the vehicle.
Note:The parking brake does not disengage unless sufficient system air
pressure is available.
Automatic transmissions - dash-mounted push button (Allison
3000 Series) and steering column-mounted (Allison 2200 and 2500)
gear selection:
1. With the engine running, press and hold the service brake pedal.
2. Select the appropriate drive gear.
3. Push and hold the yellow, dash-mounted parking brake knob until
the
light turns off, then release.
Manual transmissions - (TTC 7–speed, Eaton/Fuller 5–speed and
6–speed):
1. With the engine running, press and hold the service brake pedal.
2. Press and hold the clutch pedal.
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Actuation of trailer park (emergency) or tractor bobtail position
To actuate the trailer brakes only, pull out the trailer air supply knob (1).
The trailer brakes are now applied whether emergency or spring brakes
are used on the trailer.
This mode is also used when the tractor or truck with trailer is used
during bobtail operation.
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS)
Your vehicle is equipped with an anti-lock braking system (ABS). This
system helps you maintain steering control during emergency stops by
keeping the brakes from locking. Noise from the ABS pump motor and
brake pedal pulsation may be observed during ABS braking; any
pulsation or mechanical noise you may feel or hear is normal.
When hard braking is required, apply continuous force on the brake
pedal. Do not pump the brake pedal since this reduces the effectiveness
of the ABS and increases your vehicle’s stopping distance. The ABS
activates immediately, allowing you to retain steering control during hard
braking and on slippery surfaces. However, the ABS does not decrease
stopping distance.
ABS warning light
The
light in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when the
ignition is turned on. If the light does not illuminate during start up,
remains on after the vehicle reaches 5–10 mph (8–16 km/h), or flashes,
the ABS may be disabled and may need to be serviced.
Even when the ABS is disabled, normal braking is still effective. If
the
light illuminates with the parking brake released, have your
brake system serviced immediately.
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Allison 2500
This transmission is available with a column-mounted gearshift lever. The
gear positions are displayed on the RNDL in the instrument cluster.
WARNING: To avoid sudden, unexpected vehicle
movement and possible personal injury or death:
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
2. Shift the transmission into N (Neutral).
3. Apply the parking brake and make sure it is holding properly.
4. Turn the engine off when you leave the vehicle.Never leave the
vehicle unattended when the engine is running.
Transmission fluid operating temperatures - 2200/2500 models
Allison 2200 and 2500 models:The sump/fluid reservoir temperatures
should not exceed 250°F (120°C). The converter temperature should not
exceed 300°F (144°C). he sump/fluid reservoir temperature should not
exceed 250 F (120 C).
TorqShift6-Speed models:The sump/fluid reservoir temperatures
should not exceed 250°F (120°C).
Allison 3000 series
The Allison 3000 Series offers two shift modes: Performance and
Economy. Performance Mode gives the best all-around transmission
operation; Economy Mode provides operation at lower engine RPM while
maintaining adequate performance. The transmission defaults to
Performance Mode when you start the engine. Pressing MODE on the
shifter activates Economy Mode and illuminates the Mode ON lamp.
If the engine speed is above idle when a gear is selected using the
shifter, the vehicle won’t move; the shifter must be moved to re-select a
gear after the engine speed returns to idle.
Note:For more information regarding the Allison 3000 Series, refer to
the separateAllison 3000 Series Operator’s Manual.
Torque lock
If your vehicle is parked on an incline and P (Park) is not properly
engaged (the parking brake is not applied before the transmission is
shifted into P [Park]), the weight of the vehicle may generate an
excessive amount of torque on the parking pawl, making it difficult to
shift the transmission out of P (Park). Hold the brake pedal down while
shifting out of P (Park), then release the parking brake.
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