2012 FORD F650 air condition

Chemicals or additives not approved by Ford are not required for factory
recommended maintenance. In fact, Ford Motor Company recommends
against the use of such additive products unless specifically
recommended by Ford for a particular application.
Oils, Fluids and Flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is a normal operating characteristic
and, by itself, does not necessarily indicate a concern or that the fluid
needs to be changed. However, discolored fluids that also show signs of
overheating and/or foreign material contamination should be inspected
immediately by a qualified expert such as the factory-trained technicians
at your dealership. Your vehicle’s oils and fluids should be changed at the
specified intervals or in conjunction with a repair. Flushing is a viable
way to change fluid for many vehicle sub-systems during scheduled
maintenance. It is critical that systems are flushed only with new fluid
that is the same as that required to fill and operate the system, or using
a Ford-approved flushing chemical.
OWNER CHECKS AND SERVICES
Certain basic maintenance checks and inspections should be performed
by the owner or a service technician at the intervals indicated. Service
information and supporting specifications are provided in this owner’s
guide.
Any adverse condition should be brought to the attention of your dealer
or qualified service technician as soon as possible for the proper service
advice. The owner maintenance service checks are generally not covered
by warranties so you may be charged for labor, parts or fluids used.
Daily owner checks
EngineAir filter restriction gauge
Engine oil level
Engine coolant level
Brake systemAir brake reservoir automatic drain valve
operation
Drain the air brake reservoir (manual valve)
TransmissionVisually check for fluid leakage
Steering systemPower steering pump fluid level and check the
system for leaks
Entire vehicle for evidence of fluid leaks
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Air brake adjustment
WARNING:Failure to maintain proper air brake adjustment can
result in reduction or loss of braking ability.
Air brake inspection and adjustment or repairs should be performed by a
qualified service technician in accordance with the instructions in the
service manual.
Cam brakes - automatic slack adjusters
Inspect standard air brakes equipped with automatic slack adjusters for
proper brake adjustment as listed in the maintenance schedule charts.
However, more frequent inspection is required if your vehicle’s brakes
are subjected to heavy use or adverse operating conditions such as:
•Frequent brake applications while fully loaded.
•Operation on hilly or mountainous terrain.
•Frequent operation on dirt, gravel or mud.
Some aftermarket brake linings also require more frequent inspections.
WARNING:Do not manually adjust the automatic slack
adjusters to correct excessive push rod stroke as it may result in
reduced brake effectiveness and a vehicle crash. Excessive push rod
stroke indicates that a problem exists with the automatic adjuster, with
the installation of the adjuster, or with foundation brake components
that manual adjustment does not remedy. Seek service from a qualified
facility for excessive push rod stroke.
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SEVERE SERVICE - ON/OFF ROAD IN DIRTY CONDITIONS OR 20,000 MILES (32,000 KM) OR FEWER
ANNUALLY
(Miles, kilometers or months - whichever occurs first)
Miles (x 1,000) 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50
Kilometers (x 1,000) 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80
Months 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30
Engine
Engine oil and filter - change (diesel engine) Refer to manufacturer’s recommendation
Engine oil and filter - change (gasoline engine) Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 3 months (see note at end of
table regarding alternate schedule)
Engine coolant - check level••••••••••
Engine coolant - check freeze-protection and additive
strength (corrosion inhibitor) (diesel engine)••••••••••
Extended life engine coolant - add extender (diesel
engine)Refer to manufacturer’s recommendation
Extended life engine coolant - replace (diesel engine) Refer to manufacturer’s recommendation
Engine coolant - replace (gasoline engine) Initial change at 6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
(whichever occurs first); every 3 years or 50,000 miles
(80,000 km) thereafter
Engine air filter - inspect (gasoline engine)••••••••••
Engine air filter - replace (gasoline engine)•
Non-driving front axle
Drag link - lubricate••••••••••
Kingpin and bushing - lubricate••••••••••
Tie rod ends - lubricate••••••••••
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SEVERE SERVICE - ON/OFF ROAD IN DIRTY CONDITIONS OR 20,000 MILES (32,000 KM) OR FEWER
ANNUALLY (Continued)
(Miles, kilometers or months - whichever occurs first)
Miles (x 1,000) 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50
Kilometers (x 1,000) 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80
Months 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30
Wheel bearing - grease type - repack••
Wheel bearing - oil type - change oil••
Wheel bearing - oil type - check level••••••••••
Brake system - air
S-cam - lubricate••••••••••
Slack adjusters - lubricate••
Brake system - hydraulic
Master cylinder - check fluid level•••
Parking brake relay lever/linkage - lubricate•••
Steering
Power steering fluid - change••
Power steering fluid - check level••••••••••
Steering column U-joints/slip joints - lubricate••••••••••
Steering gear Ross TAS - output seal - lubricate•••
Driveshaft
Slip joint - inspect boot; U-joint - lubricate (SPL) Every 25,000 miles (40,000 km) or 6 months, whichever comes
first
U-joint and slip joint - lubricate (non-SPL) Every 5,000–8,000 miles (8,000–12,800 km) or 3 months,
whichever comes first
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SEVERE SERVICE - ON/OFF ROAD IN DIRTY CONDITIONS OR 20,000 MILES (32,000 KM) OR FEWER
ANNUALLY
(Miles, kilometers or months - whichever occurs first)
Miles (x 1,000) 55 60 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100
Kilometers (x 1,000) 88 96 104 112 120 128 136 144 152 160
Months 33 36 39 42 45 48 51 54 57 60
Engine
Engine oil and filter - change (diesel engine) Refer to manufacturer’s recommendation
Engine oil and filter - change (gasoline engine) Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 3 months (see note at end of
table regarding alternate schedule)
Engine coolant - check level••••••••••
Engine coolant - check freeze-protection and additive
strength (corrosion inhibitor) (diesel engine)••••••••••
Extended life engine coolant - add extender (diesel
engine)Refer to manufacturer’s recommendation
Extended life engine coolant - replace (diesel engine) Refer to manufacturer’s recommendation
Engine coolant - replace (gasoline engine) Initial change at 6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
(whichever occurs first); every 3 years or 50,000 miles
(80,000 km) thereafter
Engine air filter - inspect (gasoline engine)••••••••••
Engine air filter - replace (gasoline engine)••
Replace spark plugs•
Inspect accessory drive belts(s) Inspect at 100,000 miles (160,000 km) and 120,000 miles
(192,000 km); replace at 150,000 (240,000 km) miles if not
replaced in the last 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
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SEVERE SERVICE - ON/OFF ROAD IN DIRTY CONDITIONS OR 20,000 MILES (32,000 KM) OR FEWER
ANNUALLY (Continued)
(Miles, kilometers or months - whichever occurs first)
Miles (x 1,000) 55 60 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100
Kilometers (x 1,000) 88 96 104 112 120 128 136 144 152 160
Months 33 36 39 42 45 48 51 54 57 60
Non-driving front axle
Drag link - lubricate••••••••••
Kingpin and bushing - lubricate••••••••••
Tie rod ends - lubricate••••••••••
Wheel bearing - grease type - repack•••
Wheel bearing - oil type - change oil•••
Wheel bearing - oil type - check level••••••••••
Brake system - air
S-cam - lubricate••••••••••
Slack adjusters - lubricate•••
Brake system - hydraulic
Master cylinder - check fluid level••••••••••
Parking brake relay lever/linkage - lubricate•••
Steering
Power steering filter - replacement•
Power steering fluid - change•••
Power steering fluid - check level••••••••••
Steering column U-joints/slip joint - lubricate••••••••••
Steering gear Ross TAS - output seal - lubricate•••
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A
Air conditioning ..........................47
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................47
Air suspension ...........................129
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................198
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................127
Audio system (see Radio) ...34, 36
Automatic transmission ............132
fluid, adding ............................226
fluid, checking ........................226
fluid, refill capacities ..............261
fluid, specification ..................245
Auxiliary Input Jack ...................43
Auxiliary powerpoint ..................57
Axle ............................142, 183, 231
lubricant specifications ..........245
refill capacities ........................259
B
Battery .......................................195
charging system warning
light ............................................20
jumping a disabled battery ....162
voltage gauge ............................28
Belt-Minder...............................85
Booster seats ...............................99
Brakes ........................110, 115, 184
adjustment ..............................186
anti-lock ...................................127
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light .....................20, 127
brake warning light ..................20
fluid, checking and adding ....224fluid, specifications .................245
parking ....................111, 118, 187
shift interlock ..........................131
Bulbs ............................................52
C
Cassette tape player ...................34
Catalytic converter
(see Emission control) .............187
Cell phone use ..............................6
Child safety seats ........................92
attaching with tether straps ....96
in front seat ..............................93
in rear seat ..........................93, 95
tether anchorage hardware .....96
Child safety seats -
booster seats ...............................99
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............176
exterior ....................................179
instrument panel ....................178
interior .....................................179
plastic parts ............................177
safety belts ..............................179
washing ....................................175
waxing .....................................175
wheels ......................................176
wiper blades ............................177
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............47
Clock adjust
AM/FM/CD .................................43
Clutch ................................136, 225
adjusting ..................................225
fluid ..........................................225
operation while driving ..........137
specifications ..........................245
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gauge .........................................28
improving fuel economy ........216
octane rating ...........207, 262–263
quality ......................................208
running out of fuel .........107, 209
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................204
Fuses ..................................153, 162
G
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................216
Gauges .........................................28
battery voltage gauge ...............28
engine coolant temperature
gauge .........................................28
engine oil pressure gauge ........28
fuel gauge ..................................28
odometer ...................................28
speedometer .............................28
tachometer ................................28
trip odometer ............................28
H
Hazard flashers .........................153
Headlamps ...................................50
aiming ........................................51
daytime running lights .............50
high beam .................................50
warning chime ..........................20
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .......................................47
Hood ..........................................189
I
Ignition .......................103, 262–263
chime .........................................20Infant seats (see Safety seats) ..92
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................178
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................51
J
Jump-starting your vehicle ......162
K
Keys
key in ignition chime ...............20
positions of the ignition .........103
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................52
cargo lamps ...............................51
daytime running light ...............50
headlamps .................................50
high beams ................................50
instrument panel, dimming .....51
interior lamps ...........................52
replacing bulbs ...................52–54
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................51
Lights, warning and indicator ....20
air suspension ...........................20
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ....20, 127
brake ..........................................20
charging system ........................20
safety belt .................................20
service engine soon ..................20
traction control off ...................20
turn signal indicator .................20
Locks
childproof ..................................68
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