2024 FORD F650/750 Owners Manual

ActionMessage
Displays when the transmission shift leveris locked and unable to select gears.Transmission IndicatMode Lockup On
Displays when the transmission shift leveris unlocked and free to select gears.Transmission IndicatMode Lockup Off
The transmission is overheating and needsto cool. Stop in a safe place as soon aspossible.
Transmission Overheating Stop Safely
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MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL
Note:Depending on your vehicle optionpackage, the controls may look differentfrom what you see here.
Directing the Air
Press and release the button todirect air between theinstrument panel air vents,footwell air vents and windshield air ventsand de-mister.
Setting the Blower Motor Speed
Turn the control to adjust the volume ofair circulated in the vehicle.
Setting the Temperature
Turn the control to set the temperature.
Switching the Air Conditioning Onand Off
Press and release the button toswitch the air conditioning on oroff.
Use air conditioning with recirculated airto improve cooling performance andefficiency.
Note:In certain conditions (for example,maximum defrost), the air conditioningcompressor may continue to operate eventhough you switch off the air conditioning.
Switching the Climate Control Onand Off
Press and release the button.
Switching Defrost On and Off
Press and release the button todistribute air through thewindshield air vents andde-mister.
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Air directed to the instrument panel andfootwell air vents turns off. You can alsouse this setting to defog and clear thewindshield of a thin covering of ice.
Switching Maximum AirConditioning On and Off
Press and release the button formaximum cooling.
The left-hand and right-hand settings setto LO, recirculated air flows through theinstrument panel air vents, air conditioningturns on and the blower motor adjusts tothe highest speed.
Switching Recirculated Air On andOff
Press and release the button toswitch between outside air andrecirculated air.
The air currently in the passengercompartment recirculates. This mayreduce the time needed to cool the interior(when used with A/C) and reduceunwanted odors from entering your vehicle.
Note:Recirculated air may turn off (orprevent you from switching on) in all air flowmodes except MAX A/C to reduce the riskof fogging. Recirculation may also turn onand off in various air distribution controlcombinations during hot weather in orderto improve cooling efficiency.
HINTS ON CONTROLLING THE
INTERIOR CLIMATE
General Hints
Note:Prolonged use of recirculated air maycause the windows to fog up.
Note:You may feel a small amount of airfrom the footwell air vents regardless of theair distribution setting.
Note:To reduce humidity build-up insideyour vehicle, do not drive with the systemswitched off or with recirculated air alwaysswitched on.
Note:Do not place objects under the frontseats as this may interfere with the airflowto the rear seats.
Note:Remove any snow, ice or leaves fromthe air intake area at the base of thewindshield.
Note:To improve the time to reach acomfortable temperature in hot weather,drive with the windows open until you feelcold air through the air vents.
Quickly Heating the Interior
1.Adjust the blower motor speed to thehighest speed setting.
2.Adjust the temperature control to thehighest setting.
3.Direct air to the footwell air vents.
Recommended Settings forHeating
1.Adjust the blower motor speed to thecenter setting.
2.Adjust the temperature control to themidway point of the hot settings.
3.Direct air to the footwell air vents.
Quickly Cooling the Interior
1.Switch MAX A/C on.
2.Drive with the windows open for a shortperiod of time.
Recommended Settings forCooling
1.Adjust the blower motor speed to thecenter setting.
2.Adjust the temperature control to themidway point of the cold settings.
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3.Direct air to the instrument panel airvents.
Vehicle Stationary for ExtendedPeriods During Extreme HighAmbient Temperatures
1.Apply the parking brake.
2.Place your vehicle in park (P) or neutral(N).
3.Switch MAX A/C on.
4.Adjust the blower motor speed to thelowest speed setting.
Defogging the Side Windows inCold Weather
1.Direct air to the instrument panel andwindshield air vents.
2.Press and release A/C.
3.Adjust the temperature control to thesetting you prefer.
4.Adjust the blower motor speed to thehighest setting.
5.Direct air toward the side windows.
6.Close the instrument panel air vents.
HEATED EXTERIOR MIRRORS
(IF EQUIPPED)
Press the button to clear theexterior mirrors of thin ice andfog. Press the button again toswitch them off. They switch off after ashort period of time.
Note: Do not remove ice from the mirrorswith a scraper or adjust the mirror glasswhen it is frozen in place. These actionscould cause damage to the glass andmirrors.
Note:Do not clean the mirror housing orglass with harsh abrasives, fuel or otherpetroleum-based cleaning products.
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SITTING IN THE CORRECT
POSITION
WARNING: Do not recline theseatback as this can cause the occupantto slide under the safety belt, resultingin serious injury in the event of a crash.
WARNING: Do not place objectshigher than the seatback to reduce therisk of serious injury in the event of acrash or during heavy braking.
When you use them properly, the seat,head restraint, safety belt and airbags willprovide optimum protection in the eventof a crash.
We recommend that you follow theseguidelines:
•Sit in an upright position with the baseof your spine as far back as possible.
•Do not recline the seatback more than30 degrees.
•Adjust the head restraint so that thetop of it is level with the top of yourhead and as far forward as possible.Make sure that you remaincomfortable.
•Keep sufficient distance betweenyourself and the steering wheel. Werecommend a minimum of 10 in(25 cm) between your breastbone andthe airbag cover.
•Hold the steering wheel with your armsslightly bent.
•Bend your legs slightly so that you canpress the pedals fully.
•Position the shoulder strap of thesafety belt over the center of yourshoulder and position the lap straptightly across your hips.
Make sure that your driving position iscomfortable and that you can maintain fullcontrol of your vehicle.
HEAD RESTRAINTS
WARNING: Fully adjust the headrestraint before you sit in or operate yourvehicle. This will help minimize the riskof neck injury in the event of a crash. Donot adjust the head restraint when yourvehicle is moving.
WARNING: The head restraint is asafety device. Whenever possible itshould be installed and properlyadjusted when the seat is occupied.Failure to adjust the head restraintproperly could reduce its effectivenessduring certain impacts.
WARNING: Adjust the headrestraints for all passengers before youdrive your vehicle. This will help minimizethe risk of neck injury in the event of acrash. Do not adjust the head restraintswhen your vehicle is moving.
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Note:Adjust the seat backrest to an uprightdriving position before adjusting the headrestraint. Adjust the head restraint so thatthe top of it is level with the top of your headand as far forward as possible. Make surethat you remain comfortable. If you areextremely tall, adjust the head restraint toits highest position.
Front Seat Adjustable Head Restraint(If Equipped)
The head restraints consist of:
An energy absorbing headrestraint.A
Two steel stems.B
Guide sleeve adjust and releasebutton.C
Guide sleeve unlock and removebutton.D
Adjusting the Head Restraint
Raising the Head Restraint
Pull the head restraint up.
Lowering the Head Restraint
1.Press and hold button C.
2.Push the head restraint down.
Removing the Head Restraint
1.Press and hold buttons C and D.
2.Pull the head restraint up.
Installing the Head Restraint
Align the steel stems into the guide sleevesand push the head restraint down until itlocks.
Front Row Center, Outboard (CrewCab), and Rear Seat Center (Crew Cab)Head Restraints
Note:The SuperCab has rear outermosthead restraints that you cannot remove andare bolted to the back wall.
Your vehicle may have head restraints thatare non-adjustable. The non-adjustablehead restraints consist of:
An energy absorbing headrestraint.A
Two steel stems.B
Guide sleeve unlock and removebutton.C
Removing the Head Restraint
1.Press and hold the C buttons.
2.Pull up the head restraint.
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Installing the Head Restraint
Align the steel stems into the guide sleevesand push the head restraint down until itlocks.
Tilting Head Restraints (If Equipped)
The front head restraints tilt for extracomfort. To tilt the head restraint, do thefollowing:
1.Adjust the seat backrest to an uprightdriving or riding position.
2.Pivot the head restraint forward towardyour head to the preferred position.
After the head restraint reaches theforward-most tilt position, pivot it forwardagain to release it to the rearward, un-tiltedposition.
Note:Do not attempt to force the headrestraint backward after it is tilted. Instead,continue tilting it forward until the headrestraint releases to the upright position.
MANUAL SEATS
WARNING: Do not adjust the driverseat or seat backrest when your vehicleis moving. This may result in sudden seatmovement, causing the loss of controlof your vehicle.
Moving the Seat Backward andForward
Type 1
Type 2
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Recline Adjustment
Type 1
Type 2
Tilting the Seatback Forward(Two-Passenger Bench Seat)
Note:You may need to apply pressure onthe back of the seat to get the release leverto release.
Lift the handle to unlock and release theseatback forward.
Manual Lumbar (If Equipped)
The lumbar control is on the outboard sideof the seat. Turn the control to adjust yoursupport.
POWER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING: Do not adjust the driverseat or seat backrest when your vehicleis moving. This may result in sudden seatmovement, causing the loss of controlof your vehicle.
WARNING: Do not place cargo orany objects behind the seatback beforereturning it to the original position.
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