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SYMBOL GLOSSARY
WARNING:You risk death or serious injury to yourself and
others if you do not follow the instruction highlighted by the
warning symbol.
These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description
Safety alertSee Owner’s
ManualAnti-lock
braking
system
Avoid
smoking,
flames, or
sparksBatteryBattery acid
Brake fluid –
non
petroleum
baseBrake systemCabin air
filter
Check fuel
capChild Safety
Door Lock
and UnlockChild seat
lower anchor
Child seat
tether
anchorCruise
controlDo not open
when hot
Engine air
filterEngine
coolantEngine
coolant
temperature
Engine oilExplosive gasFan warning
Fasten safety
beltFront airbagFront fog
lamps
Fuel pump
resetFuse
compartmentHazard
warning
flasher
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Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description
Heated rear
windowInterior
luggage
compartment
releaseJack
Lighting
controlLow tire
pressure
warningMaintain
correct fluid
level
Panic alarmParking aid
systemParking
brake system
Power
steering fluidPower
windows
front and
rearPower
window
lockout
Service
engine soonSide airbagStability
control
Windshield
defrost and
demistWindshield
washer and
wiper
DATA RECORDING
Service Data Recording
Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting and
storing diagnostic information about your vehicle. This potentially
includes information about the performance or status of various systems
and modules in the vehicle, such as engine, throttle, steering or brake
systems. In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford
Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may
access or share among them vehicle diagnostic information received
through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing
your vehicle. Additionally, when your vehicle is in for service or repair,
Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities
may access or share among them data for vehicle improvement purposes.
For U.S. only (if equipped), if you choose to use the SYNC® Vehicle
Health Report, you consent that certain diagnostic information may also
be accessed electronically by Ford Motor Company and Ford authorized
service facilities, and that the diagnostic information may be used for any
purpose. See theSYNC®chapter for more information.
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Engine starting (with parking brake applied)
Safety and
emergency
equipmentBefore entering the cab, verify that the vehicle is
equipped with spare electrical fuses (if used),
three red reflective triangles, a properly charged
and rated fire extinguisher and wheel chocks.
Walk around the vehicle and verify all steps and
grab handles, inside and out (as well as behind),
are tight and clean. Use extreme caution and a
three-point stance at all times.
Inspect door latches for proper closing, latching
and locking.
Starting the
engineSet the parking brake. If starting a vehicle with a
manual transmission, press the clutch and verify
the transmission is in neutral. If starting a vehicle
with an automatic transmission, make sure the
gearshift lever is in positionNorP(if equipped
with a park position).
Diesel engine:Turn the key to the on position.
Turn the key to start when the wait to start
indicator light in the instrument cluster turns off.
Gasoline engine:Turn the key to start, and
then release it as soon as the engine starts.
Engine oil
pressureVerify pressure builds to normal operating range.
Low air pressure
warning tone (if
equipped with an
air compressor)A tone indicating low air pressure should sound
immediately after the engine starts but before the
compressor has built-up pressure. The tone
should stop when the air pressure reaches 70 psi
(483 kPa) (or more). Let the air pressure build
to governed cutout pressure, which should occur
between 115–130 psi (793–896 kPa).
AcceleratorPress the accelerator and verify that it operates
smoothly, without any binding or irregular feel.
Release the pedal and verify the engine returns
to idle speed immediately.
VoltmeterCheck the gauge (diesel engine) or indicator light
(gasoline engine) to verify the alternator is
charging.
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Engine starting (with parking brake applied)
Steering linkage
free playInspect for excessive free play in the steering
linkages. The steering wheel should have less
than 2 inches (5 centimeters) 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. You can
momentarily hear the motor and pumps
replenishing the accumulators.
Parking brakeVerify the parking brake holds the vehicle by
gently trying to pull forward with the parking
brake applied.
Air brakesVerify operation using the following procedure.
Chock the wheels, if necessary. Push in the
parking brake and, on tractors, push in the
tractor parking brake knob:
1. Verify the air compressor or governor cutout
pressure is approximately 120 psi (827 kPa).
2. Turn off the engine, and then turn the key
back to the on position (without starting the
engine).
3. Without the brake pedal applied, note the air
pressure drop for one minute. It should be less
than 2 psi (14 kPa) for single vehicles and 3 psi
(21 kPa) for combination vehicles.
4. Press and hold the brake pedal with 90 psi
(621 kPa) or more. Make sure there is no more
than a 3–psi (21 kPa) per minute leak for single
vehicles and a 4–psi (28 kPa) per minute leak for
combination vehicles.
5. Pump the brake pedal to deplete the system of
air pressure. The warning light and tone should
turn on at 57 psi (393 kPa).
6. Pump the brake pedal and make sure the
parking brake and trailer parking brake knobs
pop out at 20 psi (138 kPa) or higher.
Automatic
transmission fluidVerify that the fluid level is in the proper
operating range. SeeTransmission fluid check
in theMaintenancechapter.
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Front of vehicle
LightsVerify:
•All exterior lights illuminate and are clean
•Headlights function on high and low beam
•Reflectors are clean, unbroken and of proper
color (red on rear, amber elsewhere)
•Running lights are clean and unbroken.
Steering gearInspect for any:
•Missing or loose fasteners
•Power steering fluid leaks
•Damage to power steering hoses.
Steering linkageVerify:
•Connecting links, arms and rods are not worn
or cracked
•Joints, sockets and boot seals are not worn or
loose
•Cotter keys, nuts and bolts are not loose or
missing.
Tow hooksInspect front and rear tow hooks for damage or
loose mounting. This is particularly important on
vehicles that use them frequently.
Front suspension
SpringsInspect for leaves that may be:
•Missing
•Broken
•Shifted
•In contact with (or nearly contacting) a tire,
rim, brake drum, frame or body component.
Note:Never apply grease to spring pads.
Spring mountsInspect the following for cracks, breaks, wear,
damage and tightness:
•Spring hangers
•Bolts
•Bushings
•Axle mounting bolts
•Nuts.
Shock absorbersInspect for any:
•Cracks
•Leaks
•Missing or broken bolts or bushings.
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Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) area
DEF tanksVerify:
•Tanks and caps are secure
•There is no damage to the tanks.
LeaksInspect for leaks from the tanks.
Underbody
DriveshaftVerify:
•The driveshaft is not bent or cracked
•All driveshaft couplings are secure.
Exhaust systemVerify:
•The visible outside parts are securely mounted
•There are no cracks, holes or severe dents.
FrameInspect for cracks or bends in longitudinal frame
members.
Verify there are no loose, cracked, bent, broken
or missing crossmembers or crossmember
fasteners.
Rear of vehicle
Air hoses and
electrical linesVerify there are no cuts, cracks, chafing or wear
on the air hoses and electrical line insulation.
Listen for audible air leaks.
Verify air and electrical lines are not tangled,
crimped or pinched or being dragged against any
truck parts. None of the air or electrical line
should be spliced or taped.
Inspect for corrosion on pins and in electrical
sockets to verify continuity and reduced heat
build-up potential.
Deck plateVerify the deck plate is clean, bolted securely to
the frame and is clear of loose objects.
Turns signals,
brake lights and
flashersVerify:
•Both brake lights illuminate when the pedal is
applied
•Each signal flashes
•Four-way flashers work properly.
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Rear of vehicle
Lights and
reflectorsVerify:
•All exterior lights illuminate and are clean
•Reflectors are clean, unbroken and of proper
color (red on rear, amber elsewhere)
•Running lights are clean and unbroken.
Note:Inspect rear running lights separately from
signal, flasher and brake lights.
Tractor-coupling system
Mounting boltsInspect for loose or missing mounting brackets,
clamps, bolts or nuts. Verify solid attachment of
both fifth wheel and the slide mounting.
PlatformInspect for cracks or breaks in the platform
structure.
Safety latchVerify engagement of the safety latch.
Release armVerify:
•The safety latch is in the engaged position
•Any safety latch is in place.
Kingpin and
apronVerify:
•The kingpin is not bent or worn
•The apron lies flat on the fifth-wheel skid plate
•The visible part of the apron is not bent, worn,
cracked or broken.
Rear suspension
SpringsInspect for broken or shifted leaves or leaves that
are in contact with (or nearly contacting) a tire,
rim, brake drum, frame or body component.
Inspect for missing or broken leaves in the leaf
spring.
Spring mountsInspect for any:
•Cracked or broken spring hangers
•Broken, missing or loose bolts
•Missing or damaged bushings
•Broken, loose or missing axle mounting parts.
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Trailer
If you are pulling a trailer, perform an inspection of the trailer similar to
that of the tractor. The inspection should follow trailer manufacturer
recommendations and should include at a minimum: general condition,
landing gear, doors, sides, lights, reflectors, suspension, brakes, tires,
wheels, cargo placement, stability and tie-downs.
Transmission
WARNING:If the unit starts in gear and/or the neutral start
switch is not functioning correctly, the vehicle may inadvertently
move which could result in property damage, personal injury or death.
If your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission, regularly
inspect the transmission’s neutral start switch. The engine should only
start in positionNorP.
Inspect the transmission fluid level and shift linkage for proper
operation.
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