2012 FORD F650 engine oil

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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Daily owner checks
U.S. Department
of Transportation,
Federal Highway
Administration
requirements
(ensure that the
entire system is
functioning
properly)Service brakes
Parking brake
Steering mechanism
Lighting devices and reflectors
Tires
Horn
Windshield wipers
Rear vision mirrors
Wheels and rims
Emergency equipment
Every oil change
EngineInspect engine cooling system hoses, clamps and
protection.*
Inspect drive belts.
Exhaust systemInspect 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.)
SuspensionTighten the front and rear spring U-bolts to the
specified torque.
Driveline and rear
axleLubricate the U-joints and the slip yoke.
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Every oil change
BrakesLubricate the air brake foot control valve, hinge
and roller.
Inspect the drum brake linings through the
inspection holes.
Lubricate the rear caliper slide rails.
Lubricate the brake camshafts (air brakes only).
Lubricate the brake slack adjuster (air brakes
only).
Inspect the disc brake pads and the piston boots
(hydraulic brakes only).
ClutchLubricate the clutch release cross shaft and all
linkages.
Check the clutch fluid level.
Fuel systemDrain the accumulated water or sediment from
the fuel tank(s).
Steering systemLubricate the steering shaft(s), U-joints and
splines if equipped with grease fittings.
Lubricate the front axle spindle pins.
Lubricate the steering linkage when equipped
with grease fittings.
Lubricate 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 distilled water. Use only
permanent type coolant that meets specifications as listed in your
engine operator’s manual. See the engine manufacturer’s operating
guide for supplemental corrosion inhibitor specifications.
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EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM
To ensure the emissions control systems operate effectively, you should
have the services listed in the maintenance schedule performed at the
specified time and mileage intervals. You should avoid running out of fuel
or turning off the ignition while the vehicle is in motion, especially at
high speeds.
WARNING: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.
Vehicles equipped with a diesel engine CANNOT use diesel fuel blended
with waste oil if equipped with a catalytic converter-muffler. Waste lube
oil blending in fuel plugs the catalytic converter-muffler, resulting in a
significant loss of engine power.
Noise emissions warranty, prohibited tampering acts and
maintenance
On January 1, 1978, Federal regulations became effective governing the
noise emissions on trucks over 10,000 lb. (4,536 kg) GVWR. The
following statements concerning prohibited tampering acts and
maintenance and the noise warranty are found in the Warranty Guide,
and are applicable to completed trucks.
Tampering with noise control system prohibited
Federal law prohibits the following acts or the causing thereof: (1) The
removal or rendering inoperative, by any person other than for purposes
of maintenance, repair or replacement, of any device or element of
design incorporated into any new vehicle for the purpose of noise control
prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use,
or (2) the use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has
been removed or rendered inoperative by any person.
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Among those acts presumed to constitute tampering are the following
acts listed:
Vehicle system Acts
Acoustical shielding Removal of noise shields, hood blanket, tunnel
liner or acoustical absorptive material.
Engine Removal or rendering inoperative the engine
speed governor so as to allow engine speed to
exceed manufacturer specifications. Removal of
engine mounted noise shield or oil pan enclosure.
Engine air induction Removal of the air duct, silencer, air cleaner,
and/or air cleaner element and baffle in air
cleaner; re-indexing of air cleaner.
Exhaust Removal or rendering inoperative exhaust system
components including the catalytic converter -
muffler assembly, inlet pipe, outlet pipe,
resonator and flexpipe. Rotation of horizontal
exhaust system directional outlet pipe to cause
the exhaust to be emitted in a direction other
than the orientation the vehicle was originally
produced with.
Engine cooling Removal or rendering inoperative the fan clutch.
Removal or modification of the fan shroud.
Replacing a fixed fan with a fan of increased
diameter, different number of blades or different
pitch width.
DEF (Diesel
exhaust fluid)Removal or rendering inoperative DEF system
components including the DEF tank, dosing
module, dosing supply module, dosing control
unit, NOx electronic module or NOx sensor.
Emissions control system(s) laws
Federal law prohibits vehicle manufacturers, dealers and other persons
engaged in the business of repairing, servicing, selling, leasing or trading
motor vehicles, as well as fleet operators from knowingly removing or
rendering an emissions control device or system inoperative. Further,
modifications of the emissions control system(s) could create liability on
the part of individual owners under the laws of some states. In Canada,
modification of the emissions control system could create liability under
applicable Federal or Provincial laws.
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Maintenance
Instructions for maintenance and service of the noise control system
have been included in the required maintenance services and in the
general maintenance section. To further help minimize noise emissions
degradation throughout the life of the vehicle, Ford Motor Company
recommends that this vehicle should be operated in the manner
described within this owner guide. Caution should be exercised by the
owner when installing replacement parts to be sure that a tampering act
(as outlined above) is not committed. Note any inspection and service
performed in the maintenance log.
Emissions information label
Emissions information appears on the Important Engine Information
decal located on or near the engine.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICES
Maintenance service adjustments must conform to specifications
contained in this manual, and those shown on the Important Engine
Information decal. The following services are to be performed at
scheduled intervals because they are considered essential to the life and
performance of your vehicle. Ford recommends that you perform
maintenance on all designated items to achieve best vehicle operation.
Maintenance intervals are provided for three types of general vehicle
environments: On-Highway, City and Severe Service. In all applications,
the actual interval is determined by monitoring miles (kilometers) and
time and when the engine is due for an oil change. When the engine oil
change is required prior to the truck lubrication interval, it is
recommended that the lubrication be performed at the same time in
order to reduce your vehicle’s time out of service.
•On-Highway:60,000 miles (96,000 km) or more annually.
•City:60,000 miles (96,000 km) or fewer annually.
•Severe Service:20,000 miles (32,000 km) or fewer annually on/off
road in dirty conditions.
Scheduled maintenance beyond 100,000 miles (160,000 km) should be
continued as before 100,000 miles (160,000 km).
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Maintenance intervals
ON-HIGHWAY - 60,000 MILES (96,000 KM) OR MORE ANNUALLY
(Miles, kilometers or months - whichever occurs first)
Miles (x 1,000) 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150
Kilometers (x 1,000) 24 48 72 96 120 144 168 192 216 240
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 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 6 months
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 belt(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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ON-HIGHWAY - 60,000 MILES (96,000 KM) OR MORE ANNUALLY
(Miles, kilometers or months - whichever occurs first)
Miles (x 1,000) 165 180 195 210 225 240 255 270 285 300
Kilometers (x 1,000) 264 288 312 336 360 384 408 432 456 480
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 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 6 months
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 belt(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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