2013 FORD F650 ignition

Windows and Mirrors 59
Power windows.......................................59
Exteriormirrors.......................................60
Instrument Cluster 64
Gauges.............................................64
Warning lamps and indicators.............................68
Audible warnings and indicators...........................73
Information Displays 74
Message center.......................................74
Information messages...................................76
Audio System 77
AM/FMstereo ........................................79
AM/FM/CD with SYNC..................................80
Auxiliary input jack....................................82
USB port............................................84
Satellite radio information................................84
Climate Control 88
Manual heating and air conditioning........................88
Seats 91
Sitting in the correct position.............................91
Head restraints........................................92
Manual seats.........................................94
Power seats..........................................96
Rear seats...........................................98
Heated seats.........................................99
Auxiliary Power Points 101
Starting and Stopping the Engine 102
Ignition switch.......................................103
Engine block heater...................................111
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Engine Starting (Parking Brake Applied)
VoltmeterCheck the gauge (diesel engine) or indicator light
(gasoline engine) to verify the alternator is
charging.
Steering Linkage
Free PlayInspect for excessive free play in the steering
linkages. The steering wheel should have less
than 2 in. (5 cm) of free play at its rim.
Full Power
Hydraulic Brake
InspectionPump the brake pedal several times with the
ignition in the off or run position. The
motor/pumps can be heard momentarily
replenishing the accumulators.
Parking BrakeVerify the parking brake holds the vehicle by
gently trying to pull forward with the parking
brake applied.
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SAFETY BELT WARNING LIGHT AND INDICATOR CHIME
This lamp illuminates and an audible warning sounds if the
driver’s safety belt has not been fastened when the vehicle’s
ignition is turned on.
Conditions of Operation
If... Then...
The driver’s safety belt is not
buckled before the ignition
switch is turned to the on
position...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 is turned to the on
position...The safety belt warning light and
indicator chime remain off.
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SAFETY BELT-MINDER®
This feature supplements the safety belt warning function by providing
additional reminders by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating
the safety belt warning light when the driver’s seat is occupied and the
safety belt is unbuckled.
If... Then...
The driver’s safety belt is
buckled before the ignition
switch is turned to the on
position or less than
1-2 minutes have elapsed since
the ignition switch has been
turned to on...The Belt-Minder® feature does not
activate.
The driver’s safety belt is not
buckled when the vehicle has
reached at least 6 mph
(9.7 km/h) and 1-2 minutes
have elapsed since the ignition
switch has been turned to on...The Belt-Minder® feature is activated
- the safety belt warning light
illuminates and the warning chime
sounds for six seconds every
25 seconds, repeating for
approximately five minutes or until
the safety belt is buckled.
The driver’s safety belt
becomes unbuckled for
approximately one minute
while the vehicle is traveling at
least 6 mph (9.7 km/h) and
more than 1-2 minutes have
elapsed since the ignition
switch has been turned to on...The Belt-Minder® feature is activated
- the safety belt warning light
illuminates and the warning chime
sounds for six seconds every
25 seconds, repeating for
approximately five minutes or until
the safety belt is buckled.
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Deactivating and Activating the Belt-Minder® Feature
WARNING:While the design allows you to deactivate your
Belt-Minder®, this system is designed to improve your chances of
being safely belted and surviving an accident. We recommend you leave
the Belt-Minder® system activated for yourself and others who may use
the vehicle. To reduce the risk of injury, do not deactivate or activate
the Belt-Minder® feature while driving the vehicle.
Read Steps 1-4 thoroughly before proceeding with the deactivation or
activation programming procedure.
The system can be deactivated and activated by performing the following
procedure:
Before following the procedure, make sure that:
•the parking brake is set
•the gearshift is in positionP(if equipped) orNfor an automatic
transmission or neutral for a manual transmission
•the ignition is off
•all vehicle doors are closed
•the driver’s safety belt is unbuckled
•the parklamps and headlamps are off.
1. Turn the ignition on. (DO NOT START THE ENGINE.)
2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off (approximately one
or two minutes).
•Steps 3–5 must be completed within 60 seconds after the safety
belt warning light turns off, or the procedure has to be repeated.
3. Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times at a moderate
speed, ending with the safety belt in the unbuckled state.
4. Turn on the parklamps and headlamps, then turn them off.
5. Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times at a moderate
speed, ending with the safety belt in the unbuckled state.
•After Step 5, the safety belt warning light turns on for three
seconds.
6. Within seven seconds of the light turning on, buckle then unbuckle
the safety belt.
•This disables the Belt-Minder® feature if it is currently enabled.
•This enables the Belt-Minder® feature if it is currently disabled.
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INSTRUMENT LIGHTING DIMMER
Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel and all applicable lit
components in the vehicle during headlamp and parking lamp operation.
•Tapthetoporbottomofthe
control to brighten or dim all
interior lit components
incrementally, or
•press and hold at the first
position the top or bottom of the
control until the desired lighting
level is reached.
DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS (DRL) (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:Always remember to switch your headlamps on in
low light situations or during inclement weather. The system does
not activate the tail lamps and may not provide adequate lighting
during these conditions. Failure to activate your headlamps under these
conditions may result in a crash.
The system switches the headlamps on with a reduced output in daylight
conditions.
To switch the system on:
1. Switch the ignition on.
2. Switch the lighting control to the off or parking lamp position.
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DIRECTION INDICATORS
•Push down to activate the left
turn signal.
•Push up to activate the right turn
signal.
If your vehicle is a tractor, the turn signals may not shut off when a turn
is completed. This is normal. See your dealer if there are any questions
about your vehicle’s options.
INTERIOR LAMPS
The map lamps are located on the overhead console.
Press the controls on either side of
each map lamp to turn on the
lamps.
The map lamps also light when:
•Any door is opened.
•Any of the remote entry controls
are pressed and the ignition is off.
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Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operating temperature,
the level indicator is in the normal range. If the engine coolant
temperature exceeds the normal range, stop the vehicle as soon as safely
possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool.
WARNING:Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the
engine is running or hot.
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Gauge
Indicates fluid level in DEF tank.
Fuel Gauge
Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the
ignition is on). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in
motion or on a grade. The fuel icon and arrow indicates which side of
the vehicle the fuel filler door is located.
Information Display
Odometer:Located in the bottom of the information display. Registers
the accumulated distance your vehicle has travelled.
Trip Computer:SeeGeneral informationin theInformation Displays
chapter.
Vehicle Settings and Personalization:SeeGeneral informationin
theInformation Displayschapter.
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