2018 FORD F-650/750 battery replacement

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 SYNC™ (page 285).
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNINGS
Some constituents of engine
exhaust, certain vehicle components,
certain fluids contained in vehicles
and certain products of component wear
contain or emit chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm. Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. Batteries also contain
other chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer. Wash your
hands after handling. PERCHLORATE
Certain components in your vehicle such
as airbag modules, seatbelt pretensioners
and remote control batteries may contain
perchlorate material. Special handling
may apply for service or vehicle end of life
disposal. For more information visit: Web Address
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazard- ouswaste/perchlorate
FORD CREDIT
US Only
Ford Credit offers a full range of financing
and lease plans to help you acquire your
vehicle. If you have financed or leased your
vehicle through Ford Credit, thank you for
your business.
We offer a number of convenient ways for
you to contact us, and to manage your
account.
Call 1-800-727-7000.
For more information about Ford Credit
and access to Account Manager, go to
www.ford.com/finance.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
RECOMMENDATION
We have built your vehicle to the highest
standards using quality parts. We
recommend that you demand the use of
genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts
whenever your vehicle requires scheduled
maintenance or repair. You can clearly
identify genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts
by looking for the Ford, FoMoCo or
Motorcraft branding on the parts or their
packaging.
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Note:
Do not wipe off any grease on the
battery terminals or on the back surface of
the circuit board.
Note: Replacing the battery does not delete
the transmitter from the vehicle. The
transmitter should operate normally.
The remote control uses one coin-type
three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or
equivalent. 1. Twist a thin coin in the slot of the
transmitter near the key ring to remove
the battery cover.
2. Carefully peel up the rubber gasket from the transmitter. It may come off
with the battery cover.
3. Remove the old battery.
4. Insert the new battery. Refer to the instructions inside the transmitter for
the correct orientation of the battery.
Press the battery down to make sure
it is fully in the housing.
5. Reinstall the rubber gasket.
6. Snap the battery cover back onto the transmitter. Car Finder Press the button twice within
three seconds. The horn sounds
and the direction indicators
flash. We recommend you use this method
to locate your vehicle, rather than using
the panic alarm.
Sounding a Panic Alarm
Note: The panic alarm only operates when
the ignition is off. Press the button to activate the
alarm. Press the button again or
switch on the ignition on to
deactivate it.
REPLACING A LOST KEY OR
REMOTE CONTROL
Replacement keys or remote controls can
be purchased from an authorized dealer.
Authorized dealers can program remote
controls for your vehicle. See Passive
Anti-Theft System (page 44).
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ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Vehicles Sold in the United States:
Getting Roadside Assistance
To fully assist you should you have a
vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company
offers a complimentary roadside
assistance program. This program is
separate from the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
The service is available:
•
24 hours a day, seven days a week.
• For the coverage period listed on the
Roadside Assistance Card included in
your Owner's Manual portfolio.
Roadside Assistance covers:
• A flat tire change with a good spare
(except vehicles supplied with a tire
inflation kit).
• Battery jump start.
• Lock-out assistance (key replacement
cost is the customer's responsibility).
• Fuel delivery — independent service
contractors, if not prohibited by state,
local or municipal law, shall deliver up
to 2 gal (8 L) of gasoline or 5 gal (20 L)
of diesel fuel to a disabled vehicle.
Roadside Assistance limits fuel delivery
service to two no-charge occurrences
within a 12-month period.
• Winch out — available within 100 ft
(30 m) of a paved or county
maintained road, no recoveries. •
Towing — independent service
contractors, if not prohibited by state,
local or municipal law, shall tow Ford
eligible vehicles to an authorized dealer
within
35 mi (56 km) of the
disablement location or to the nearest
authorized dealer. If a member
requests a tow to an authorized dealer
that is more than
35 mi (56 km) from
the disablement location, the member
shall be responsible for any mileage
costs in excess of
35 mi (56 km).
• Roadside Assistance includes up to
$200 for a towed trailer if the disabled
eligible vehicle requires service at the
nearest authorized dealer. If the towing
vehicle is operational but the trailer is
not, then the trailer does not qualify for
any roadside services.
Vehicles Sold in the United States:
Using Roadside Assistance
Complete the roadside assistance
identification card and place it in your
wallet for quick reference. This card is in
the owner's information portfolio in the
glove compartment.
United States vehicle customers who
require Roadside Assistance, call
1-800-241-3673.
If you need to arrange roadside assistance
for yourself, Ford Motor Company
reimburses a reasonable amount for
towing to the nearest dealership within
35 mi (56 km)
. To obtain reimbursement
information, United States vehicle
customers call 1-800-241-3673.
Customers need to submit their original
receipts.
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1. Stop your vehicle and shut off the
engine.
2. Locate the diesel fuel conditioner module and place an appropriate
container under the drain port. 3.
Rotate the drain counterclockwise until
the O-ring is visible. Allow the diesel
fuel conditioner module to drain for
approximately 25 seconds or until
clean fuel is observed. Rotate the drain
clockwise to tighten it. If no liquid
drains, there may be a clog in the drain.
Have the conditioner module serviced
by an authorized dealer.
4. Make sure that you fully tighten the drain valve and then remove the
container from under your vehicle.
5. Restart the engine. If the Water in Fuel
Drain Filter message and light
continues to illuminate, have the fuel
system checked and repaired.
FUEL FILTER - 6.8L
Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetime
fuel filter that is integrated with the fuel
tank. Regular maintenance or replacement
is not needed. CHANGING THE 12V BATTERY WARNINGS
This vehicle may be equipped with
more than one battery, removal of
cable from only one battery does not
disconnect the vehicle electrical system.
Be sure to disconnect cables from all
batteries when disconnecting power.
Failure to do so may cause serious
personal injury or property damage. Batteries normally produce explosive
gases which can cause personal
injury. Therefore, do not allow
flames, sparks or lighted substances to
come near the battery. When working near
the battery, always shield your face and
protect your eyes. Always provide proper
ventilation. When lifting a plastic-cased battery,
excessive pressure on the end walls
could cause acid to flow through the
vent caps, resulting in personal injury and
damage to the vehicle or battery. Lift the
battery with a battery carrier or with your
hands on opposite corners. Keep batteries out of reach of
children. Batteries contain sulfuric
acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or
clothing. Shield your eyes when working
near the battery to protect against possible
splashing of acid solution. In case of acid
contact with skin or eyes, flush
immediately with water for a minimum of
15 minutes and get prompt medical
attention. If acid is swallowed, call a
physician immediately. Note:
If your battery has a cover/shield,
make sure it is reinstalled after the battery
has been cleaned or replaced.
Note: Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash hands after handling.
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the driver that battery protection actions
are active. These messages are only for
notification that an action is taking place,
and not intended to indicate an electrical
problem or that the battery requires
replacement.
Electrical accessory installation
To ensure proper operation of the BMS,
any electrical devices that are added to
the vehicle should not have their ground
connection made directly at the negative
battery post. A connection at the negative
battery post can cause inaccurate
measurements of the battery condition
and potential incorrect system operation.
Note:
Electrical or electronic accessories
added to the vehicle by the dealer or the
owner may adversely affect battery
performance and durability, and may also
affect the performance of other electrical
systems in the vehicle.
When a battery replacement is required,
the battery should only be replaced with
a Ford recommended replacement battery
which matches the electrical requirements
of the vehicle. After battery replacement,
or in some cases after charging the battery
with the external charger, the BMS requires
eight hours of vehicle sleep time (key off
with doors closed) to relearn the new
battery state of charge. Prior to relearning
the state of charge, the BMS may disable
electrical features (to protect the battery)
earlier than normal. CHECKING THE WIPER
BLADES Run the tip of your fingers over the edge of
the blade to check for roughness.
Clean the wiper blades with washer fluid
or water applied with a soft sponge or
cloth.
CHANGING THE WIPER
BLADES
You can manually move the wiper arms
when the ignition is off. This allows for ease
of blade replacement and cleaning under
the blades.
1. Pull the wiper blade and arm away
from the glass.
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MOTORCRAFT PARTS - 6.8L
6.8L V10 engine
Component
FA-1923
Air filter element
FL-820-S
Oil filter
BH-31-XT
One Battery (standard)(900 CCA)
BH-31-XT
Two Batteries (optional)(except for limited
series)(1800 CCA)
SP-509
Spark plugs-platinum
WW-2247
Windshield wiper blade
For scheduled maintenance, we recommend Motorcraft® replacement parts available
at your Ford dealer or at fordparts.com. These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor Company ’s
specifications and are engineered for your vehicle. Use of other parts may impact vehicle
performance, emissions and durability. Your warranty may be void for any damage related
to use of other parts.
If a Motorcraft® oil filter is not available, use an oil filter that meets industry performance
specification SAE/USCAR-36/USC-D.
For spark plug replacement, contact an authorized dealer. Replace the spark plugs at
the appropriate intervals. See Scheduled Maintenance (page 320).
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2-Speed Rear Axle.......................................120
Axle Shifting......................................................... 120
A
A/C See: Climate Control........................................... 72
About This Manual
...........................................7
Diesel Engine Information................................... 8
Minor Troubleshooting Guide............................ 9
Warnings.................................................................... 8
ABS See: Brakes............................................................. 121
ABS driving hints See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes................................................................. 122
Accessories.....................................................316
Accessories See: Replacement Parts
Recommendation............................................ 13
Adjusting the Headlamps
.........................210
Horizontal Aim Adjustment............................. 211
Vertical Aim Adjustment................................. 210
Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................46
Air Brakes.........................................................125 Air Chamber Stroke Indication...................... 125
Cam Brakes - Automatic Slack Adjusters........................................................... 125
Emergency Air Brake......................................... 126
Air Conditioning See: Climate Control........................................... 72
Air Filter See: Changing the Engine Air Filter - 6.7L
Diesel.................................................................. 213
See: Changing the Engine Air Filter - 6.8L...................................................................... 217
Air Induction System Inspection.............221 Chassis-mounted Charge Air Cooler..........222
Air Suspension
................................................141
Air Suspension Dump Button......................... 141
Connecting and Disconnecting a Trailer with Air Suspension and Air Suspension
Dump Button.................................................... 141
Suspension Conversions................................... 141
System Indicator Light....................................... 141
Appendices....................................................350 At a Glance
.........................................................17
Audible Warnings and Indicators.............63 Beltminder Warning............................................ 63
Door Ajar.................................................................. 63
Headlamps On Warning Chime...................... 63
Key in Ignition Warning Chime........................ 63
Parking Brake On Warning Chime.................. 63
Audio Control..................................................46 Media........................................................................\
. 47
Seek, Next or Previous........................................ 47
Audio Input Jack...........................................283
Audio System................................................276 General Information.......................................... 276
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ SYNC
..............................................................277
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/ FM
...................................................................279
Automatic Transmission.............................114
Brake-Shift Interlock........................................... 117
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or Snow................................................................... 118
Understanding the Shift Positions of a 6– Speed Automatic Transmission..........114
Understanding your SelectShift™ Automatic transmission............................... 115
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check............................................................203
Transmission Fluid Level................................ 204
Auxiliary Power Points.................................83 110 Volt AC Power Point..................................... 83
12 Volt DC Power Point....................................... 83
Locations................................................................. 83
Auxiliary Switches
........................................316
Axle Inspection.............................................226
Front Axle.............................................................. 226
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery...................... 207
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood...........186
Booster Seats
...................................................27
Types of Booster Seats....................................... 27
Brake Fluid Check........................................205
Brakes.................................................................121 General Information............................................ 121
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Brake System Inspection..........................223
Air Brakes.............................................................. 223
Driveline Parking Brake.................................... 225
Hydraulic Brakes................................................. 225
Breaking-In.....................................................148
Bulb Specification Chart............................212
C
California Proposition 65.............................13
Capacities and Specifications - 6.7L Diesel..............................................................261
Engine Oil Specifications............................... 268
Specifications..................................................... 263
Capacities and Specifications - 6.8L................................................................269
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates............................................................ 274
Specifications..................................................... 270
Capacities and Specifications................255
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior.............................. 229
Catalytic Converter
......................................103
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)................... 104
Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Testing................................................... 104
Changing a Bulb
.............................................211
Brake Lamp, Rear Lamp, Rear Direction
Indicator, License Plate Lamp and
Reverse Lamp.................................................. 212
Front Clearance and Identification Lamp................................................................... 212
Headlamp Bulbs.................................................. 211
Changing a Fuse
............................................174
Fuses........................................................................\
174
Changing a Road Wheel............................251 Tire Change Procedure..................................... 251
Changing the 12V Battery.........................207 Battery Management System (If
Equipped)....................................................... 208
Changing the Coalescer Filter Element
.........................................................193
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 6.7L Diesel..............................................................213
Air Filter Replacement...................................... 214
Air Filter Restriction Gauge.............................. 213
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 6.8L..................................................................217 Changing the Engine-Mounted and
Diesel Fuel Conditioner Module Fuel
Filters..............................................................218
Diesel Fuel Conditioner Module Filter.........219
Engine-mounted Fuel Filter........................... 220
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter................................................................192
Engine lubrication for severe service operation........................................................... 193
Changing the Wiper Blades....................209
Checking the Wiper Blades.....................209
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance.................................................38
Child Restraint Positioning.........................29
Child Safety
.......................................................19
General Information............................................. 19
Child Safety Locks.........................................30
Cleaning Products
.......................................229
Materials............................................................... 229
Cleaning the Engine.....................................231
Cleaning the Exterior
..................................229
Cleaning the Headlamps................................ 230
Exterior Chrome Parts..................................... 230
Exterior Plastic Parts........................................ 230
Stripes or Graphics........................................... 230
Underbody........................................................... 230
Under Hood......................................................... 230
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens.........................232
Cleaning the Interior....................................232
Cleaning the Wheels..................................233
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades
............................................................231
Climate Control...............................................72
Cold Weather Precautions........................150 Winter Operating Tips for Arctic Operation
-20°F (-29°C) and Below........................... 151
Coolant Check See: Engine Coolant Check - 6.7L Diesel....194
See: Engine Coolant Check - 6.8L...............198
Cruise Control
..................................................47
Principle of Operation....................................... 137
Cruise control See: Using Cruise Control................................. 137
Customer Assistance
..................................159
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