2017 FORD F650 service indicator

Using Traction Control - Vehicles With:
Hydraulic Brakes.......................................130
Cruise Control
Principle of Operation.................................132
Using Cruise Control....................................132
Driving Aids
Steering............................................................134
Load Carrying
Load Limit
........................................................135
Air Suspension
...............................................136
Towing
Towing a Trailer.............................................138
Recommended Towing Weights............139
Essential Towing Checks...........................140
Fifth Wheel Operation
.................................141
Driving Hints
Breaking-In......................................................143
General Driving Points
................................143
Economical Driving......................................144
Cold Weather Precautions........................145
Driving Through Water................................147
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance
...................................148
Hazard Warning Flashers
..........................149
Fuel Shutoff
...................................................149
Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................150
Transporting the Vehicle
............................153
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need................155
In California (U.S. Only).............................156
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only).......................157 Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration
Program (Canada Only).........................157
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada.........................................................158
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature.....................................................159
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only).............................................................159
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only).............................................................160
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart
............................161
Changing a Fuse...........................................169
Vehicle Inspection Guide
Vehicle Inspection Information.................171
Maintenance
General Information....................................180
Opening and Closing the Hood................181
Under Hood Overview - 6.8L...................183
Under Hood Overview - 6.7L Diesel......184
Engine Oil Dipstick - 6.8L..........................185
Engine Oil Dipstick - 6.7L Diesel.............185
Engine Oil Check - 6.8L
..............................185
Engine Oil Check - 6.7L Diesel.................186
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter...............................................................187
Changing the Coalescer Filter Element.......................................................188
Oil Change Indicator Reset.......................189
Engine Coolant Check - 6.8L...................189
Engine Coolant Check - 6.7L Diesel......194
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check............................................................198
Brake Fluid Check.......................................200
Power Steering Fluid Check
.....................201
Washer Fluid Check
.....................................201
Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap - 6.7L Diesel...........................................................202
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Right-hand side.
A
Left-hand side.
B
Warnings WARNING
Throughout this guide, you will find
warnings identified by the warning
symbol. Warnings remind you to be
especially careful to reduce the risk of
personal injury. Diesel Engine Information
The diesel engine fuel system is a
pressurized two-stage filtration system
and consists of:
•
A frame-mounted Fuel and Water
Separator primary filter with an electric
fuel pump and water drain
• An engine-mounted secondary fuel
filter
• A fuel injector for each cylinder (8
total)
• A high-pressure fuel pump
• A high-pressure fuel rail for each
cylinder bank (2 total)
• Numerous high-pressure pipes from
the high-pressure pump to the rails,
and rails to the injectors The fuel and water separator removes
both water and impurities from the fuel.
The engine-mounted filter filters finer
impurities from the diesel fuel. The
engine-mounted fuel filter and the
frame-mounted fuel filter should be
changed at the recommended service
interval or when indicated by the
information display LOW FUEL PRESSURE
message. See Scheduled Maintenance
(page 316).
The fuel and water separator should be
drained at regular intervals (recommended
at every oil change) or when indicated by
the information display and water in fuel
indicator light. See
Fuel Quality (page
92).
Proper fuel filter maintenance and prompt
water draining when the water in fuel light
illuminates is essential to prevent injection
equipment damage. Ignoring the water in
fuel light or the information display
message WATER IN FUEL DRAIN FILTER
can cause your vehicle to go into a reduced
power mode.
A frame-mounted electric fuel pump
located inside the fuel and water separator
draws fuel from the fuel tank to provide
pressurized fuel to the engine. The fuel
pump contains a pressure relief valve for
overpressure protection in the event of
restricted flow.
The fuel injection system is controlled
through the powertrain control module.
Engine Protection Mode
Ford diesel engines are equipped with
engine protection and emission control
systems. These systems monitor critical
temperatures and pressures, and modify
engine operation accordingly. These
modified engine performance
characteristics are normal.
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Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
Indicates engine oil pressure. The needle
should stay in the normal operating range
(between L and H). If the needle falls
below the normal range, stop the vehicle,
switch off the engine and check the engine
oil level. Add oil if needed. If the oil level is
correct, have your vehicle checked by an
authorized dealer.
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge
WARNING
Never remove the coolant reservoir
cap while the engine is running or hot.
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.
Transmission Fluid Temperature
Gauge
Indicates transmission fluid temperature.
At normal operating temperature, the level
indicator is in the normal range. If the
transmission fluid temperature exceeds
the normal range, stop the vehicle as soon
as safely possible and verify the airflow is
not restricted such as snow or debris
blocking airflow through the grille.
Special operating conditions, such as
snowplowing, towing or off-road use, can
cause higher than normal operating
temperatures. See Special Operating
Conditions Scheduled Maintenance
(page
328). Operating the transmission for extended
periods with the gauge in the higher than
normal area may cause internal
transmission damage. We recommend
altering the severity of the driving
conditions to lower the transmission
temperature into the normal range. If the
gauge continues to show high
temperatures, contact an authorized
dealer.
Fuel Gauge
Note:
The fuel gauge may vary slightly
when your vehicle is moving or on a gradient.
Switch the ignition on. The fuel gauge
indicates approximately how much fuel is
in the fuel tank. The arrow adjacent to the
fuel pump symbol indicates on which side
of your vehicle the fuel filler door is located.
The needle should move toward F when
you refuel your vehicle. If the needle points
to E after adding fuel, this indicates your
vehicle needs service soon.
After refueling, some variability in needle
position is normal:
• It may take a short time for the needle
to reach F after leaving the gas station.
This is normal and depends upon the
slope of pavement at the gas station.
• The fuel amount dispensed into the
tank is a little less or more than the
gauge indicated. This is normal and
depends upon the slope of pavement
at the gas station.
• If the gas station nozzle shuts off
before the tank is full, try a different
gas pump nozzle.
Gauge Package
(If Equipped)
If your vehicle is equipped with the optional
gauge package, it has some or all of the
following gauges:
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Fuel gauge.
D
Speedometer.
E
Information display.
F
Tachometer.
G
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
Indicates engine oil pressure. The needle
should stay in the normal operating range
(between L and H). If the needle falls
below the normal range, stop the vehicle,
switch off the engine and check the engine
oil level. Add oil if needed. If the oil level is
correct, have your vehicle checked by an
authorized dealer.
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge WARNING
Never remove the coolant reservoir
cap while the engine is running or hot.
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.
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Gauge
Indicates the fluid level in the DEF tank.
Fuel Gauge
Note:
The fuel gauge may vary slightly
when your vehicle is moving or on a gradient.
Switch the ignition on. The fuel gauge
indicates approximately how much fuel is
in the fuel tank. The arrow adjacent to the
fuel pump symbol indicates on which side
of your vehicle the fuel filler door is located. The needle should move toward F when
you refuel your vehicle. If the needle points
to E after adding fuel, this indicates your
vehicle needs service soon.
After refueling, some variability in needle
position is normal:
•
It may take a short time for the needle
to reach F after leaving the gas station.
This is normal and depends upon the
slope of pavement at the gas station.
• The fuel amount dispensed into the
tank is a little less or more than the
gauge indicated. This is normal and
depends upon the slope of pavement
at the gas station.
• If the gas station nozzle shuts off
before the tank is full, try a different
gas pump nozzle.
Gauge Package (If Equipped)
If your vehicle is equipped with the optional
gauge package, it has some or all of the
following gauges:
• Transmission temperature gauge:
Displays the transmission fluid
temperature at the transmission sump.
• Hourmeter:
Displays the hours of
engine run time.
• Voltmeter:
Displays electrical system
voltage.
Information Display
Odometer
Located in the bottom of the information
display. Registers the accumulated
distance your vehicle has traveled.
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Trip Computer
See General Information (page 62).
Vehicle Settings and Personalization
See
General Information (page 62).
WARNING LAMPS AND
INDICATORS
The following warning lamps and
indicators alert you to a vehicle condition
that may become serious. Some lamps
illuminate when you start your vehicle to
make sure they work. If any lamps remain
on after starting your vehicle, refer to the
respective system warning lamp for further
information.
Note: Some warning indicators appear in
the information display and function the
same as a warning lamp but do not display
when you start your vehicle.
Anti-Lock Braking System If it illuminates when you are
driving, this indicates a
malfunction. You continue to
have the normal braking system (without
ABS) unless the brake system warning
lamp is also illuminated. Have the system
checked by an authorized dealer.
Automatic Regeneration Control Illuminates when you switch it
off.
Battery If it illuminates while driving, it
indicates a malfunction. Switch
off all unnecessary electrical
equipment and have the system checked
by an authorized dealer immediately. Brake System Indicates low brake fluid level or
a brake system malfunction.
Have the system checked
immediately by an authorized dealer. WARNING
Driving your vehicle with the warning
lamp on is dangerous. A significant
decrease in braking performance
may occur. It will take you longer to stop
your vehicle. Have your vehicle checked by
your authorized dealer immediately. Check Fuel Cap
Illuminates when you may not
have properly installed the fuel
cap. Continued driving with this
light on may cause the Service engine soon
warning indicator to come on.
Check Suspension
(If Equipped) Illuminates when you press the
air suspension dump switch.
Cruise Control
(If Equipped) Illuminates when you switch on
this feature. See
Using Cruise
Control (page 132).
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (Diesel
Engine Only) Illuminates with the key in the
ON position, when the fluid is
contaminated or the level falls
below
1.0 gal (3.8 L). Refill the tank or, at
a minimum, add at least 1.0 gal (3.8 L) in
the tank.
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Diesel Particulate Filter (Diesel
Engine Only)
Illuminates when the soot level in the
diesel particulate filter has reached a point
where it requires operator assistance. See
Diesel Particulate Filter (page 87).
Direction Indicator Illuminates when you switch on
the left or right direction
indicator or when you switch on
the hazard warning flashers. If the
indicators stay on or flash faster, check for
a burned out bulb.
Door Ajar Displays when the ignition is on
and any door is not completely
closed.
Electronic Locking Differential
(If
Equipped) Illuminates when using the
electronic locking differential.
Engine Oil Pressure If it illuminates with the engine
running, or when you are driving,
this indicates a malfunction.
Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so and switch off the engine. Check the
engine oil level.
Note: Do not resume your journey if it
illuminates despite the level being correct.
Have the system checked by an authorized
dealer immediately.
Exhaust Brake On The exhaust brake indicator light
illuminates when you switch the
exhaust brake on. Fasten Seatbelt Illuminates and a tone sounds
to remind you to fasten your
seatbelt.
High Beam Illuminates when you switch on
the high beam headlamps. It
flashes when you use the
headlamp flasher.
Hydromax Illuminates to indicate normal
hydromax booster reserve
system activation when the
engine is off and the service brake pedal is
applied. This light may also illuminate
momentarily if the engine is running and
the driver turns the steering wheel fully in
one direction while braking. If the light
remains on while the engine is running, this
indicates inadequate hydraulic booster
pressure or reserve pump system failure.
Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and
seek service immediately by your
authorized dealer.
Low Fuel Level (Gasoline Engine
Only) Illuminates when the fuel level
is low or the fuel tank is nearly
empty. Refuel as soon as
possible.
Parking Brake Warning Illuminates briefly when you
switch the ignition to the on
position (with the engine off). It
also illuminates when you apply the
parking brake. If the park brake lamp does
not illuminate at these times, seek service
immediately. Vehicles equipped with the
power park parking brake option: If the park
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brake warning lamp begins to blink after
setting the parking brake, this may indicate
a failure in the parking brake system. Seek
service from an authorized dealer
immediately. Driving extended distances
with the parking brake engaged can cause
brake failure and the risk of personal injury.
Powertrain Malfunction/Reduced
Power/Electronic Throttle Control
(Gasoline Engine Only)
Illuminates in the event of a
powertrain fault. Contact an
authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
Service Engine Soon The service engine soon
indicator light illuminates when
you first switch on the ignition,
before starting the engine, to check the
bulb and to indicate whether the vehicle
is ready for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M)
testing.
If the service engine soon indicator light
stays illuminated after you start the engine,
it indicates that the On-Board Diagnostics
(OBD-II) system has detected a
malfunction of the vehicle emissions
control system. WARNING
Under engine misfire conditions,
excessive exhaust temperatures
could damage the catalytic
converter, the fuel system, interior floor
coverings or other vehicle components,
possibly causing a fire. Have an authorized
dealer service your vehicle immediately. Traction Control (Diesel Engine
Only)
Illuminates and flashes slowly if
you select the Off Road or
Mud/Snow mode. It illuminates
and flashes rapidly during a traction
control event.
Trailer Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS) Illuminates briefly when you
switch on the ignition, and only
when a PLC trailer or a PLC
diagnostic tool is connected. If the light
fails to illuminate, remains on after you
start the vehicle or continues to flash, have
the system serviced immediately.
Transmission Tow/Haul (If Equipped) Illuminates when you switch on
the tow/haul feature. If the light
flashes steadily, have the system
serviced immediately, damage to the
transmission could occur.
Two Speed Axle The Two Speed Axle indicator
comes on when you switch the
low axle range on.
Wait to Start (Diesel Engine Only) Illuminates when you switch the
ignition on as part of the
pre-start system. Wait until the
wait to start indicator turns off before
attempting to start vehicle.
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Do not use alcohol-based additives to
improve cetane quality, to prevent fuel
gelling or any other use. The use of alcohol
additives may result in damage to the fuel
injectors and system. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 263).
The Vehicle Warranty may not cover
repairs needed to correct the effects of
using an aftermarket product that does
not meet Ford specifications in your fuel.
RUNNING OUT OF FUEL -
GASOLINE
Avoid running out of fuel because this
situation may have an adverse effect on
powertrain components.
If you run out of fuel:
• You may need to switch the ignition
from off to on several times after
refueling to allow the fuel system to
pump the fuel from the tank to the
engine. When restarting, cranking time
takes a few seconds longer than
normal. With keyless ignition, just start
the engine. Crank time will be longer
than usual.
• Normally, adding 1 gal (3.8 L) of fuel is
enough to restart the engine. If the
vehicle is out of fuel and on a steep
grade, more than
1 gal (3.8 L) may be
required.
• The service engine soon indicator may
come on. See
Warning Lamps and
Indicators (page 58).
RUNNING OUT OF FUEL -
DIESEL
Avoid running out of fuel. This allows air to
enter the fuel system and may make it
difficult to restart your vehicle. If your vehicle runs out of fuel:
•
Normally adding
4–5 gal (15– 19 L) of
fuel is enough to restart the engine. If
your vehicle is out of fuel and on a
steep grade, more than
5 gal (19 L)
may be required.
• You must purge trapped air from the
system before restarting the engine.
Purging Air From the System
Switch the ignition on for 30 seconds and
then switch the ignition off. Repeat this
operation six times in a row to purge any
trapped air from the fuel system.
Any remaining air in the system self-purges
when the engine starts. The engine may
run rough or produce white smoke when
air remains in the fuel system. This is
normal and stops after a short period. If
the engine continues to run rough, have
your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Starting the Engine
Do not crank the engine for more than 10
seconds as starter damage may occur. If
the engine fails to start, switch the ignition
off and wait 30 seconds before cranking
the engine again. See
Starting a Diesel
Engine (page 86).
SELECTIVE CATALYTIC
REDUCTION SYSTEM - DIESEL
Your vehicle may have a selective catalytic
reduction system. The system helps reduce
emission levels of oxides of nitrogen from
the exhaust system. The system
automatically injects diesel exhaust fluid
into the exhaust system to enable correct
selective catalytic reduction system
function.
Note: Selective catalytic reduction systems
are not fitted to vehicles in markets where
only high-sulfur diesel fuel is available.
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