2018 FORD F-650/750 trailer

Instrument Cluster
Gauges...............................................................56
Warning Lamps and Indicators
................60
Audible Warnings and Indicators.............63
Information Displays
General Information
.....................................64
Information Messages
.................................66
Climate Control
Manual Climate Control
...............................72
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate...........................................................73
Heated Exterior Mirrors................................74
Seats
Sitting in the Correct Position....................75
Head Restraints...............................................75
Manual Seats....................................................77
Power Seats
.....................................................78
Rear Seats........................................................80
Front Seat Armrest.........................................81
Rear Seat Armrest
.........................................82
Auxiliary Power Points
Auxiliary Power Points.................................83
Storage Compartments
Overhead Console
.........................................85
Starting and Stopping the Engine
General Information.....................................86
Ignition Switch
................................................86
Starting a Gasoline Engine
.........................87
Starting a Diesel Engine..............................88
Switching Off the Engine............................89
Engine Idle Shutdown..................................90
Engine Block Heater
.....................................90 Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions........................................92
Fuel Quality - Diesel......................................93
Fuel Quality - Gasoline................................96
Running Out of Fuel - Diesel
.....................96
Running Out of Fuel - Gasoline.................97
Refueling - Diesel...........................................97
Refueling - Gasoline.....................................98
Fuel Consumption
.........................................99
Fuel Tank Selector Switch.........................101
Engine Emission Control
Emission Law
.................................................102
Catalytic Converter
......................................103
Selective Catalytic Reductant System - Diesel............................................................105
Diesel Particulate Filter..............................109
Transmission
Automatic Transmission.............................114
Power Take-Off..............................................118
Rear Axle
General Information
.....................................119
Limited Slip Differential..............................119
Electronic Locking Differential
.................119
2-Speed Rear Axle
.......................................120
Brakes
General Information
.....................................121
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes............................................................122
Parking Brake
..................................................122
Air Brakes.........................................................125
Exhaust Brake................................................126
Trailer Brakes..................................................128
Traction Control
Principle of Operation.................................132
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Using Traction Control - Vehicles With:
Air Brakes.....................................................132
Using Traction Control - Vehicles With: Hydraulic Brakes
.......................................132
Stability Control
Principle of Operation.................................134
Using Stability Control................................135
Cruise Control
Principle of Operation.................................137
Using Cruise Control....................................137
Driving Aids
Steering............................................................139
Load Carrying
Load Limit
.......................................................140
Air Suspension
................................................141
Towing
Towing a Trailer.............................................143
Recommended Towing Weights............144
Essential Towing Checks...........................145
Fifth Wheel Operation
................................146
Driving Hints
Breaking-In.....................................................148
General Driving Points
................................148
Economical Driving......................................149
Cold Weather Precautions........................150
Driving Through Water
................................152
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance
...................................153
Hazard Flashers
............................................154
Fuel Shutoff
....................................................154
Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................155
Transporting the Vehicle
............................157 Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need
...............159
In California (U.S. Only).............................160
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only).......................161
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)
.........................161
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada
.........................................................162
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature.....................................................163
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only).............................................................163
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only).............................................................164
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart...........................165
Changing a Fuse............................................174
Vehicle Inspection Guide
Vehicle Inspection Information...............176
Maintenance
General Information
....................................185
Opening and Closing the Hood..............186
Under Hood Overview - 6.7L Diesel......188
Under Hood Overview - 6.8L...................189
Engine Oil Dipstick - 6.7L Diesel.............190
Engine Oil Dipstick - 6.8L..........................190
Engine Oil Check - 6.7L Diesel.................190
Engine Oil Check - 6.8L
...............................191
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter...............................................................192
Changing the Coalescer Filter Element........................................................193
Oil Change Indicator Reset.......................194
Engine Coolant Check - 6.7L Diesel......194
Engine Coolant Check - 6.8L...................198
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check...........................................................203
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•
The gearshift lever must be in P (Park)
or N (Neutral) in order for the starter
to operate.
• Try operating the starter switch several
times. This operation may clean
potentially corroded contacts or make
the switch temporarily operable until
you can reach the dealer.
• If all electrical connections are tight
and you need assistance to start, See
Jump Starting the Vehicle (page 155).
If engine cranks but won ’t start
Prolonged starter cranking (in excess of 10
seconds) could cause damage to the
starter motor or the high-pressure fuel
pump.
• Check the fuel gauge. You may be out
of fuel. If the gauge shows that there
is fuel in the tank, the trouble may be
in the electrical system or the fuel
system. If equipped with an auxiliary
tank, be sure that the tank control
switch is set for the tank with fuel and
not on an empty tank.
• Leaving your ignition key turned to on
for over two minutes without starting
may make starting difficult because
the glow plugs will cease activation.
Reset the system by turning the ignition
key to off and then back to on again.
Note: If the system is out of fuel and the
engine will not start, do not continue
cranking the engine. Continued cranking can
damage the high-pressure fuel pump.
If the engine runs hot
The following could cause the engine to
overheat:
• Lack of coolant
• Dirty cooling system.
• Plugged radiator fins, A/C condenser
and/or oil cooler
• Malfunctioning fan drive •
Driving with frozen coolant
• Sticking thermostat
• Overloading or pulling heavy trailers
during hot weather
• Grill or radiator air blockage
• Slipping or missing drive belt
• Plugged or very dirty air filter
If fuses burn out WARNING
Replacement fuses and circuit
breakers must always be the same
rating as the original equipment
shown. Never replace a fuse or circuit
breaker with one of a higher rating. Higher
rated fuses or circuit breakers could allow
circuit overloading in the event of a circuit
malfunction, resulting in severe vehicle
damage or personal injury due to fire. Burned-out or blown fuses usually indicate
an electrical short-circuit, although a fuse
may occasionally burn out from vibration.
Insert a second fuse. If this fuse
immediately burns out and you cannot
locate the cause, return your vehicle to
your dealer for a circuit check. See
Changing a Fuse
(page 174).
Selective catalytic reduction system
speed limit and Idle-only modes
If the vehicle ’s speed is limited or in an
idle-only mode, the selective catalytic
reduction system may be limiting the
vehicle ’s functions due to low or
contaminated DEF. Check the DEF. See
Selective Catalytic Reductant System
(page
105).
SYMBOLS GLOSSARY
These are some of the symbols you may
see on your vehicle.
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EXPORT UNIQUE OPTIONS
For your particular global region, your
vehicle may be equipped with features and
options that are different from the features
and options that are described in this
Owner
’s Manual. A market unique
supplement may be supplied that
complements this book. By referring to the
market unique supplement, if provided,
you can properly identify those features,
recommendations and specifications that
are unique to your vehicle. This Owner ’s
Manual is written primarily for the U.S. and
Canadian Markets. Features or equipment
listed as standard may be different on units
built for export. Refer to this Owner ’s
Manual for all other required
information and warnings.
FEDERAL HIGHWAY
ADMINISTRATION
REGULATION
Regulations such as those issued by the
Federal Highway Administration or issued
pursuant to the Occupational Safety and
Health Act (OSHA), and state and local
laws and regulations may require
additional equipment for the way you
intend to use your vehicle. It is the
responsibility of the registered owner to
determine the applicability of such laws
and regulations to your intended use for
the vehicle, and to arrange for the
installation of required equipment. The
dealer has information about the
availability of equipment which can be
ordered for your vehicle. ENTERING, EXITING OR
CLIMBING ON THIS VEHICLE WARNING
Do not carry items while entering,
exiting or climbing. Make sure you
keep a firm grip. Always face the
vehicle step and handle system while
climbing up and down. Do not climb behind
the cab unless you have three point
contact with a step and handle system at
all times. You must be careful and deliberate to
minimize the possibility of personal injury
from a slip and fall when entering, exiting
or climbing on your vehicle. Always use
the steps and assist handles before
climbing. Do not skip any steps or assist
handles. Use three point contact at all
times with at least two feet and one hand
or two hands and one foot firmly placed
during all phases of entering, exiting or
climbing. Always keep your shoe soles and
hands clean. Keep the steps and assist
handles free of snow, ice, oil, grease,
substances or debris. Be sure to take extra
care in bad weather. Avoid wearing thick
gloves. Always perform trailer hook-up
while standing on the ground.
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Note:
If you repeatedly fold and unfold the
mirrors several times within one minute, the
system may disable to protect the motors
from overheating. It resets to normal
function automatically within three to five
minutes.
You can also fold a mirror manually by
pushing it toward the door window glass.
After you manually adjust the mirror, you
need to reset it.
To reset the power –folding mirror system
and return it to its normal function:
• Fold the mirror manually by pushing it
toward the door window glass.
• Use the power –fold control to fold and
unfold the mirror two or three times.
The mirror makes a sound as it resets.
Heated Exterior Mirrors (If Equipped)
See
Heated Exterior Mirrors (page 74).
Signal Indicator Mirrors
(If Equipped)
The outer portion of the appropriate mirror
housing blinks when you use the direction
indicator.
Clearance Lamps
(If Equipped)
The lower, outer part of the mirror housings
light when you switch on the headlamps
or parking lamps. Telescoping Mirrors
(If Equipped) This feature lets you extend the mirror
about
3 in (76 mm). It is useful when
towing a trailer. You can manually pull out
or push in the mirrors to the desired
position.
PowerScope ™ Power Telescoping
Mirrors (If Equipped)
This feature lets you position both mirrors
in or out at the same time. The control is
on the door trim panel. Telescope out.
A
Telescope in.
B
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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
(If Equipped)
Illuminates in the event of a
powertrain fault. Contact an
authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
Service Engine Soon If it illuminates when the engine
is running this indicates a
malfunction. The On Board
Diagnostics system has detected a
malfunction of the vehicle emission control
system.
If it flashes, engine misfire may be
occurring. Increased exhaust gas
temperatures could damage the catalytic
converter or other vehicle components.
Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy
acceleration and deceleration) and have
your vehicle immediately serviced.
It illuminates when you switch the ignition
on prior to engine start to check the bulb
and to indicate whether your vehicle is
ready for Inspection and Maintenance
(I/M) testing.
Normally, it illuminates until the engine is
cranked and automatically turns off if no
malfunctions are present. However, if after
15 seconds it flashes eight times, this
indicates that your vehicle is not ready for
Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) testing.
See Catalytic Converter (page 103). Stability Control and Traction
Control Indicator
(If Equipped) Illuminates and slowly flashes
when you change the traction
control mode. It illuminates and
rapidly flashes during a traction or stability
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
(If Equipped) 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. WARNING
Do not use starting fluid, for example
ether, in the air intake system. Such
fluid could cause immediate
explosive damage to the engine and
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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 261).
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.
FUEL QUALITY - GASOLINE
Choosing the Right Fuel Your vehicle is designed to operate on
regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum
pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87. Some
fuel stations, particularly those in high
altitude areas, offer fuels posted as regular
unleaded gasoline with an octane rating
below 87. We do not recommend these
fuels. For best overall vehicle and engine
performance, premium fuel with an octane
rating of 91 or higher is recommended. The
performance gained by using premium fuel
is most noticeable in hot weather as well
as other conditions, for example when
towing a trailer. See
Towing a Trailer
(page 143).
Do not use any fuel other than those
recommended because they could lead to
engine damage that may not be covered
by the vehicle Warranty. Note:
Use of any fuel other than those
recommended can impair the emission
control system and cause a loss of vehicle
performance.
Do not use:
• Diesel fuel.
• Fuels containing kerosene or paraffin.
• Fuel containing more than 10% ethanol
or E85 fuel.
• Fuels containing methanol.
• Fuels containing metallic-based
additives, including manganese-based
compounds.
• Fuels containing the octane booster
additive, methylcyclopentadienyl
manganese tricarbonyl (MMT).
• Leaded fuel (using leaded fuel is
prohibited by law).
The use of fuels with metallic compounds
such as methylcyclopentadienyl
manganese tricarbonyl (commonly known
as MMT), which is a manganese-based
fuel additive, will impair engine
performance and affect the emission
control system.
Do not be concerned if the engine
sometimes knocks lightly. However, if the
engine knocks heavily while using fuel with
the recommended octane rating, contact
an authorized dealer to prevent any engine
damage.
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.
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•
The usable capacity of the fuel tank is
the amount of fuel that can be added
into the tank after the gauge indicates
empty.
• The advertised capacity is the total fuel
tank size. See Capacities and
Specifications (page 255). It is the
combined usable capacity plus the
empty reserve.
• Due to the empty reserve, you may not
be able to refuel the full amount of the
advertised capacity of the fuel tank
even when the fuel gauge reads empty.
Empty reserve is the amount of fuel
remaining in the tank after the fuel gauge
indicates empty. The amount of usable
fuel in the empty reserve varies and should
not be relied upon to increase driving range.
Filling the Tank
For consistent results when filling the fuel
tank:
• Turn the ignition off before refueling
your vehicle; a temporary inaccurate
reading may result if the engine is left
on when refueling your vehicle.
• Use the same fill rate
(low-medium-high) each time the tank
is refueled.
• Allow no more than two automatic
click-offs when refueling your vehicle.
Results are most accurate when the filling
method is consistent.
Calculating Fuel Economy
Do not measure fuel economy during the
first
900 mi (1,500 km) of driving (this is
your engine ’s break-in period); a more
accurate measurement is obtained after
1,900 mi (3,000 km)
.
Fuel expense, frequency of fill ups or fuel
gauge readings are not accurate ways to
measure fuel economy. 1.
Fill the fuel tank completely and record
the initial odometer reading.
2. Each time you fill the fuel tank, record the amount of fuel added.
3. After at least three fill ups, fill the fuel tank and record the current odometer
reading.
4. Subtract your initial odometer reading from the current odometer reading.
5. Calculate fuel economy by dividing miles traveled by gallons used (For
Metric: Multiply liters used by 100, then
divide by kilometers traveled).
Keep a record for at least one month and
record the type of driving (city or highway).
This provides an accurate estimate of your
vehicle ’s fuel economy under current
driving conditions. Keeping records during
summer and winter will show how
temperature impacts fuel economy. In
general, your vehicle will use more fuel in
cold temperatures.
Conditions That Affect Fuel Economy
• Heavily loading your vehicle or towing
a trailer may reduce fuel economy at
any speed.
• Carrying unnecessary weight in your
vehicle may reduce fuel economy.
• Adding certain accessories to your
vehicle such as bug deflectors, rollbars
or light bars, running boards and ski
racks may reduce fuel economy.
• Using fuel blended with alcohol may
lower fuel economy.
• Fuel economy may decrease with lower
temperatures.
• You will get better fuel economy when
driving on flat terrain than when driving
on hilly terrain.
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