2018 FORD F-650/750 differential

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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Diesel Particulate Filter (If Equipped)
Illuminates when the soot level in the
diesel particulate filter has reached a point
where it requires operator assistance. See
Diesel Particulate Filter
(page 109).
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
(If Equipped) 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
(If Equipped) 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
brake warning lamp begins to blink after
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GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING
Exceeding these ratings by
overloading can cause component
failure resulting in property damage,
personal injury or death. Fluid Temperature
If the operating temperature exceeds
250°F (121°C), the rate of axle lubrication
oxidation increases and shortens the life
of the lubricant and seals, requiring axle
lubrication changes to become more
frequent to preserve the axle. Do not
consistently run extreme pressure (EP)
lubricants above
250°F (121°C).
Axle Conversions WARNING
When operating a loaded vehicle, the
driver must keep all adjustable axles
on the ground at all times, supporting
their share of the vehicle ’s load. Failure to
do so can overload other axles, tires,
wheels, springs, steering components,
brakes and frames, resulting in early
component failure, loss of vehicle control,
possible property damage and personal
injury. We do not recommend, or approve,
performing axle conversions. However, we
understand that, on occasion, others install
aftermarket add-on axles on the truck
chassis that allow operator control for
weight transfer from other axles (such as
air lift axles). LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL
(If Equipped) WARNING
If both wheels are not raised off the
ground, the one wheel that is not
raised may pull the vehicle off its
support, possibly resulting in personal
injury. This axle provides added traction on
slippery surfaces, particularly when one
wheel is on a poor traction surface. Under
normal conditions, the limited-slip axle
functions like a standard rear axle. The axle
may exhibit a slight noise or vibration
during tight turns with low vehicle speed.
This is normal behavior and indicates the
axle is working.
Both wheels must be raised off the ground
should it be necessary to operate one
wheel with your vehicle stationary.
ELECTRONIC LOCKING
DIFFERENTIAL
(If Equipped)
Driver-Controlled Locking
Differential
Note: Never use the differential lock at
vehicle speeds above
25 mph (40 km/h).
Some drive axles have a driver-controlled
differential lock. The differential lock can
lock or unlock the differential when your
vehicle is moving or stopped. When extra
traction is required, the differential lock
provides full power to both wheels.
When you lock the differential, your
vehicle ’s turning radius increases
(under-steer).
Take care to avoid sudden accelerations
when both drive wheels are on a slippery
surface.
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WARNING
Sudden accelerations on slippery
surfaces could cause the wheels to
spin, the vehicle to turn sideways on
a crowned road surface or in a turn,
possibly resulting in loss of vehicle control
and personal injury. Activating the Locking Differential
You can lock and unlock the differential
when your vehicle is moving at a constant
speed of less than 25 mph (40 km/h) and
while the wheels are not slipping. Do not
lock the differential when your vehicle is
traveling down steep grades and when
traction is minimal.
The differential lock and differential lock
light automatically disengage at speeds
above 25 mph (40 km/h). The differential
lock remains off until either you restart your
vehicle or you turn the differential lock
switch off then back on.
Servicing a Vehicle with a Locking
Differential
Turn the engine off and raise all drive
wheels of the locker differential axle in
order to prevent your vehicle from moving
when servicing the wheels, tires or brakes.
Axles equipped with a driver-controlled
differential deliver power to both wheels
even when only one wheel is on the ground. WARNING
Failure to raise all drive wheels with
this type of differential could cause
the vehicle to move unexpectedly,
resulting in property damage, personal
injury or death. 2-SPEED REAR AXLE
(If Equipped)
WARNING
Never shift a two-speed axle when
descending a steep grade as this
may cause loss of vehicle control and
result in personal injury. Note:
Do not shift between ranges when
the speed control is on.
A two-speed rear axle allows the driver to
select a low range for greater pulling power
and a high range for greater road speed
and fuel economy. You can also use these
ranges to provide extra steps between
transmission shifts when driving on steep
grades or fuel economy may be factors.
Axle Shifting Note:
Do not shift the axle to LOW when
your vehicle is moving. Use LOW when you
drive a fully loaded vehicle on a severe grade
or in congested traffic. Use HIGH for all
normal driving conditions with a lightly
loaded or partially loaded vehicle.
Note: The axle is set to HIGH by default.
To shift the axle between HIGH and LOW
with the vehicle stopped, place the
transmission in position N, then press and
hold the button for two seconds.
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AXLE INSPECTION
Front Axle
Maintaining the front axle alignment to
specifications is very important. A qualified
technician should check and maintain the
alignment.
Regular inspections should include:
•
Toe-in inspection and adjustment (if
necessary), particularly with radial
tires.
• Checking for proper tightness of axle
mounting U-bolt nuts, attaching or
mounting bolts and nuts.
• Checking the axle for damage, binding,
worn parts and adequate lubrication.
• Checking the kingpins for excessive
wear. Also, perform this check during
other scheduled maintenance, for
example as tire rotation or service,
wheel bearing service and alignment.
See the workshop manual for proper
procedures.
Toe-in
It is essential to maintain correct toe-in
and tire pressure for optimum tire wear.
Inspecting steer axle tires in the first
3,000– 10,000 mi (5,000– 16,000 km)
generally shows if tires are wearing
normally.
Rapid outside shoulder wear on both tires
indicates too much toe-in.
Rapid inside shoulder wear on both tires
indicates too much toe-out.
In P&D-type service, there can be a
left-to-right steer tire tread life differential
up to 40% depending on routes and other
variables. Follow the tire manufacturer's
recommended cold inflation pressure for
the tire size, load range (ply rating) and
steer axle loading typical for their operation
(each steer axle tire equals ½ steer axle
loading).
Special applications may warrant a setting
based on experience with the type of tire
operating loads and conditions. Radial tires
are more sensitive to toe-in setting than
bias ply tires. Fine tuning school bus
alignment to line-haul truck standards
does not drastically improve tire tread life.
STEERING SYSTEM
INSPECTION
WARNING
Failure to maintain the steering
system in proper condition can cause
reduced steering ability resulting in
property damage, personal injury or death. Note:
Have any steering problems
immediately corrected by a qualified service
technician.
Ask your service technician to examine the
steering mechanism. Only minor
adjustments may be necessary.
Regular inspections should include:
• Checking the tie rod, drag link end
clamp bolts and ball joints for proper
tightness.
• Checking for installation and spread of
cotter pins and tightness of nuts at
both ends of the tie rod and drag link.
• Checking that the pitman arm (steering
arm at steering gear) mounting is tight
and locked. Check system for leaks or
hose chafing. Repair immediately, if
necessary.
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Data Recording.................................................12
Service Data Recording....................................... 12
Daytime Running Lamps............................50
Diesel Particulate Filter..............................109
Oxidation Catalytic Converter and Diesel
Particulate Filter System............................. 110
Direction Indicators
........................................51
Doors and Locks.............................................42
Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap - 6.7L Diesel............................................................206
Draining the Diesel Fuel Conditioner Module (DFCM)............................................................ 206
Driving Aids.....................................................139
Driving Hints
...................................................148
Driving Through Water................................152
Operation in Standing Water.......................... 152
DRL See: Daytime Running Lamps......................... 50
E
Economical Driving
......................................149
Electrical System Inspection....................221 Accessory Feed Connections......................... 221
Electromagnetic Compatibility
..............350
Electronic Locking Differential.................119 Activating the Locking Differential..............120
Driver-Controlled Locking Differential.........119
Servicing a Vehicle with a Locking
Differential....................................................... 120
Emission Law
.................................................102
Noise Emissions Warranty, Prohibited
Tampering Acts and Maintenance..........103
Tampering With a Noise Control System............................................................... 102
End User License Agreement..................352 SYNC End User License Agreement
(EULA).............................................................. 352
Engine Block Heater
.....................................90
Rapid Heat Supplemental Heating
System................................................................. 91
Using the Engine Block Heater......................... 91
Engine Coolant Check - 6.7L Diesel.............................................................194
Adding Coolant................................................... 194Checking Coolant Corrosion Inhibitor
Additive Strength .......................................... 197
Coolant Change.................................................. 198
Engine and Secondary Cooling System Refill Procedure.............................................. 196
Engine-driven Cooling Fan (Fan Clutch)............................................................... 198
Recycled Coolant................................................ 197
Severe Climates................................................... 197
Engine Coolant Check - 6.8L...................198 Adding Coolant................................................... 199
Coolant Change.................................................. 201
Engine Coolant Temperature Management.................................................. 202
Engine-driven Cooling Fan (Fan Clutch)............................................................... 201
Fail-Safe Cooling................................................ 201
Recycled Coolant.............................................. 200
Severe Climates.................................................. 201
Engine Emission Control
............................102
Engine Idle Shutdown..................................90
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 44
Engine Oil Check - 6.7L Diesel.................190 Adding Engine Oil............................................... 190
Engine lubrication for severe service operation ........................................................... 191
Engine Oil Check - 6.8L...............................191 Adding Engine Oil................................................ 191
Engine Oil Dipstick - 6.7L Diesel.............190
Engine Oil Dipstick - 6.8L
..........................190
Engine Specifications - 6.7L Diesel.......255 Drivebelt Routing............................................... 255
Engine Specifications - 6.8L
...................256
Drivebelt Routing................................................ 257
Entering, Exiting or Climbing on This Vehicle..............................................................15
Environment.....................................................16
Essential Towing Checks...........................145 Before Towing a Trailer..................................... 145
Hitches.................................................................... 145
Safety Chains....................................................... 145
Trailer Brakes........................................................ 145
Trailer Lamps........................................................ 145
When Towing a Trailer...................................... 145
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording............................................. 12
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Getting the Services You Need................159
Away From Home............................................... 159
H
Handbrake See: Parking Brake.............................................. 122
Hazard Flashers............................................154
Headlamp Adjusting See: Adjusting the Headlamps...................... 210
Headlamp Removal See: Removing a Headlamp............................ 211
Headrest See: Head Restraints........................................... 75
Head Restraints...............................................75 Adjusting the Head Restraint........................... 76
Heated Exterior Mirrors.................................74
Heating See: Climate Control........................................... 72
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate
............................................................73
Defogging the Side Windows in Cold
Weather............................................................... 74
General Hints.......................................................... 73
Quickly Cooling the Interior............................... 73
Quickly Heating the Interior.............................. 73
Recommended Settings for Cooling.............73
Recommended Settings for Heating............73
Vehicle Stationary for Extended Periods During Extreme High Ambient
Temperatures.................................................... 73
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes.............................................................122
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood...........186
I
Ignition Switch
................................................86
In California (U.S. Only).............................160
Information Display Control.......................47
Information Displays
....................................64
General Information........................................... 64
Information Messages
.................................66
Diesel Messages................................................... 67
Engine....................................................................... 70
Fuel........................................................................\
.... 70
Key........................................................................\
..... 70Maintenance..........................................................
70
Park Brake................................................................. 71
Installing Child Restraints...........................20 Child Seats.............................................................. 20
Tether Strap Attachment.................................. 26
Using Cinch Tongue Lap and Shoulder Belts (All Front Center, Super Cab and Crew
Cab Rear Center Positions)......................... 23
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts.......................... 21
Using Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH)............................................ 25
Using Tether Straps............................................. 25
Instrument Cluster
........................................56
Instrument Lighting Dimmer.....................50
Instrument Panel Overview.........................17
Interior Lamps
..................................................51
Interior Mirror...................................................55
Introduction.........................................................7
J
Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................155 Connecting the Jumper Cables..................... 155
Jump Starting....................................................... 156
Preparing Your Vehicle...................................... 155
Removing the Jumper Cables........................ 156
K
Keys and Remote Controls........................40
L
Lighting Control..............................................49 Headlamp Flasher............................................... 50
High Beams............................................................ 49
Lighting..............................................................49 General Information............................................ 49
Limited Slip Differential
..............................119
Load Carrying.................................................140
Load Limit.......................................................140
Unloaded or Lightly Loaded Vehicles.........140
Locking and Unlocking
.................................42
Autolock and Autounlock.................................. 42
Battery Saver......................................................... 43
Illuminated Entry.................................................. 43
Power Door Locks................................................ 42
Remote Control..................................................... 42
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Vehicle Care...................................................229
General Information......................................... 229
Vehicle Certification Label
.......................260
Vehicle Identification Number................259
Vehicle Inspection Guide...........................176
Vehicle Inspection Information................176 Trailer......................................................................\
.183
Transmission........................................................ 183
Vehicle Storage
.............................................234
Battery................................................................... 234
Body........................................................................\
234
Brakes..................................................................... 235
Cooling system................................................... 234
Engine.................................................................... 234
Fuel system.......................................................... 234
General.................................................................. 234
Miscellaneous..................................................... 235
Removing Vehicle From Storage.................. 235
Tires........................................................................\
. 235
Ventilation See: Climate Control........................................... 72
VIN See: Vehicle Identification Number............259
Voice Control....................................................47
W
Warning Lamps and Indicators................60 Anti-Lock Braking System................................ 60
Automatic Regeneration Control.................. 60
Battery..................................................................... 60
Brake System........................................................ 60
Check Fuel Cap.................................................... 60
Check Suspension............................................... 60
Cruise Control....................................................... 60
Diesel Exhaust Fluid........................................... 60
Diesel Particulate Filter....................................... 61
Direction Indicator................................................ 61
Door Ajar................................................................... 61
Electronic Locking Differential......................... 61
Engine Oil Pressure............................................... 61
Exhaust Brake On .................................................. 61
Fasten Seatbelt..................................................... 61
High Beam............................................................... 61
Hydromax................................................................. 61
Low Fuel Level........................................................ 61Parking Brake Warning........................................
61
Powertrain Malfunction/Reduced Power/Electronic Throttle Control...........62
Service Engine Soon........................................... 62
Stability Control and Traction Control Indicator.............................................................. 62
Trailer Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).........62
Transmission Tow/Haul..................................... 62
Two Speed Axle.................................................... 62
Wait to Start........................................................... 62
Water in Fuel.......................................................... 63
Washer Fluid Check....................................206
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior.............................. 229
See: Wipers and Washers................................. 48
Waxing.............................................................230
Wheel Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel......................... 251
Wheels and Tires
.........................................236
Technical Specifications................................. 253
Windows and Mirrors....................................52
Windshield Washers
.....................................48
Windshield Wipers........................................48
Wiper Blades See: Checking the Wiper Blades.................209
Wipers and Washers.....................................48
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