2-Speed Rear Axle......................................136
Pneumatic Locking Differ-ential
What Is the Pneumatic LockingDifferential..................................................137
How Does the Pneumatic LockingDifferential Work......................................137
Pneumatic Locking DifferentialPrecautions................................................137
Switching the Pneumatic LockingDifferential On and Off..........................137
Pneumatic Locking DifferentialIndicators....................................................138
Brakes
General Information...................................139
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes........................................................................140
Parking Brake................................................140
Hill Start Assist - Vehicles With:Hydraulic Brakes......................................143
Air Brakes........................................................144
Exhaust Brake...............................................145
Trailer Brakes.................................................147
Traction Control
Principle of Operation.................................151
Using Traction Control - Vehicles With:Air Brakes.....................................................151
Using Traction Control - Vehicles With:Hydraulic Brakes.......................................151
Stability Control
Principle of Operation - Vehicles With:Hydraulic Brakes......................................153
Principle of Operation - Vehicles With:Air Brakes....................................................154
Using Stability Control...............................155
Parking Aids
Rear View Camera.......................................157
Cruise Control
What Is Cruise Control...............................158
Switching Cruise Control On and Off.........................................................................158
Setting the Cruise Control Speed.........158
Canceling the Set Speed..........................159
Resuming the Set Speed..........................159
Cruise Control Indicators..........................159
Using Adaptive Cruise Control...............159
Driving Aids
Driver Alert.....................................................166
Lane Keeping System................................167
Steering...........................................................170
Pre-Collision Assist - Vehicles With: AirBrakes..........................................................170
Pre-Collision Assist - Vehicles With:Hydraulic Brakes.......................................173
Load Carrying
Load Limit.......................................................178
Air Suspension..............................................179
Towing
Towing a Trailer.............................................181
Recommended Towing Weights...........182
Essential Towing Checks..........................183
Fifth Wheel Operation...............................184
Driving Hints
General Driving Points...............................186
Economical Driving.....................................187
Cold Weather Precautions - 6.7L Diesel.........................................................................187
Cold Weather Precautions - 7.3L...........188
Breaking-In....................................................188
Driving Through Water..............................189
Roadside Emergencies
Hazard Flashers...........................................190
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DRIVER ALERT (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING: You are responsible forcontrolling your vehicle at all times. Thesystem is designed to be an aid and doesnot relieve you of your responsibility todrive with due care and attention. Failureto follow this instruction could result inthe loss of control of your vehicle,personal injury or death.
WARNING: The system may notfunction if the sensor is blocked.
WARNING: Take regular restbreaks if you feel tired. Do not wait forthe system to warn you.
WARNING: Certain driving stylesmay result in the system warning youeven if you are not feeling tired.
WARNING: In cold and severeweather conditions the system may notfunction. Rain, snow and spray can alllimit sensor performance.
WARNING: The system will notoperate if the sensor cannot track theroad lane markings.
WARNING: If damage occurs in theimmediate area surrounding the sensor,have your vehicle checked as soon aspossible.
WARNING: The system may notcorrectly operate if your vehicle is fittedwith a suspension kit not approved byus.
Note:Keep the windshield free fromobstructions. For example, bird droppings,insects and snow or ice.
Note:If the camera is blocked or if thewindshield is damaged, the system may notfunction.
Note:The system remembers the lastsetting when you start your vehicle, unlessit detects a MyKey™.
Note:If enabled in the menu, the systemactivates at speeds above 40 mph(64 km/h).
The system monitors your driving behaviorusing various inputs including the frontcamera sensor.
If the system detects reduced drivingalertness below a certain threshold, thesystem alerts you using a tone and amessage in the information display.
Using Driver Alert
Switching the system on and off
You may switch the system on or offthrough the information display byselecting Settings, Driver Assist and thenDriver Alert in the menu. When activated,the system monitors your alertness levelbased upon your driving behavior in relationto the lane markings, and other factors.
System Warnings
Note: The system does not issue warningsbelow approximately 40 mph (64 km/h).
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WARNING: The system is notdesigned to detect non-metallic objectsand does not reliably detect someobjects with limited metallic surfaces.For example, recreational vehicles,motorcycles and guard rails. Apply thebrakes when necessary. Failure to followthis instruction could result in the loss ofcontrol of your vehicle, personal injury ordeath.
WARNING: The system does notoperate during hard acceleration orsteering. Failure to take care may leadto a crash or personal injury.
WARNING: The system may notoperate properly during severe weatherconditions, for example snow, ice, heavyrain and spray. Always drive with duecare and attention. Failure to take caremay result in a crash.
WARNING: Some situations andobjects prevent hazard detection. Forexample low or direct sunlight, inclementweather, unconventional vehicle types,and pedestrians. Apply the brakes whennecessary. Failure to follow thisinstruction could result in the loss ofcontrol of your vehicle, personal injury ordeath.
WARNING: The system cannothelp prevent all crashes. Do not rely onthis system to replace driver judgmentand the need to maintain a safe distanceand speed.
WARNING: Take additional care ifyour vehicle is heavily loaded or you aretowing a trailer. These conditions couldresult in reduced performance of thissystem. Failure to follow this instructioncould result in the loss of control of yourvehicle, personal injury or death.
Using the Pre-Collision AssistSystem
If your vehicle is approaching a stationaryvehicle in your lane of travel, the systemprovides an Alert. Stationary vehicledetection is active at speeds aboveapproximately 10 mph (16 km/h).
If your vehicle is rapidly approachinganother vehicle traveling in the samedirection as yours, the system provides twolevels of functionality:
1.Alert.
2.Active Braking.
Alert: When active, a flashing visualwarning appears and an audible warningtone sounds.
Active Braking: Active Braking is activeat speeds above approximately 15 mph(24 km/h). Active braking may activate ifthe system determines that a collision isimminent. The system may help the driverreduce impact damage or avoid the crashcompletely.
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GETTING ASSISTANCE
OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND
CANADA
Before exporting your vehicle to a foreigncountry, contact the appropriate foreignembassy or consulate. These officials caninform you of local vehicle registrationregulations and where to find diesel fuel.
If you cannot find diesel fuel or can onlyget fuel with an anti-knock index lowerthan is recommended for your vehicle,contact a regional office or ownerrelations/customer relationship office.
The use of low quality diesel fuel mayaffect your emissions control system andmay cause engine damage. Ford MotorCompany/Ford of Canada is notresponsible for any damage caused by useof improper fuel. In the United States, usingleaded fuel may also result in difficultyimporting your vehicle back into the U.S.
Ford dealerships outside of the U.S. andCanada may be unable to support theF-650/750 due to the specialized trainingand servicing requirements of thesevehicles. If your vehicle must be servicedwhile you are traveling or living in Centralor South America, the Caribbean, or theMiddle East, contact the nearest Forddealership. If the dealership cannot helpyou, write or call:
FORD MOTOR COMPANYCustomer Relationship Center1555 Fairlane DriveFairlane Business Park #3Allen Park, Michigan 48101U.S.A.Telephone: (313) 594-4857Fax: (313) 390-0804Email: [email protected]
For customers in Guam, theCommonwealth of the Northern MarianaIslands (CNMI), America Samoa, and theU.S. Virgin Islands, please feel free to callour Toll-Free Number: (800) 841-FORD(3673).
If your vehicle must be serviced while youare traveling or living in Puerto Rico,contact the nearest authorized dealer. Ifthe authorized dealer cannot help you,contact:
FORD MOTOR COMPANYCustomer Relationship Center1555 Fairlane DriveFairlane Business Park #3Allen Park, Michigan 48101U.S.A.Telephone: (800) 841-FORD (3673)FAX: (313) 390-0804Email: [email protected]
If your vehicle must be serviced while youare traveling or living in the Middle East,contact the nearest authorized dealer. Ifthe authorized dealer cannot help you,contact:
FORD MOTOR COMPANYCustomer Relationship Center1555 Fairlane DriveFairlane Business Park #3Allen Park, Michigan 48101U.S.A.
Ford: 80004443673Lincoln: 80004441067If calling from the UAE: 80004441066If calling from the Kingdom of SaudiArabia: 8008443673If calling from Kuwait: 22280384
FAX: +971 4 3327266Email: [email protected]
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Information Displays......................................71General Information.............................................71Information Messages..................................75Installing Child Restraints............................27Instrument Cluster........................................64Instrument Lighting Dimmer.....................56Instrument Panel............................................24Interior Lamps.................................................58Interior Mirror...................................................63Introduction.........................................................7
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Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................190
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Keys and Remote Controls........................46
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Lane Keeping System..................................167Lighting Control..............................................55Lighting..............................................................55General Information............................................55Load Carrying.................................................178Load Limit........................................................178Locating the USB Ports...............................98Locking and Unlocking.................................49Lug NutsSee: Changing a Road Wheel........................287
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Maintenance..................................................222General Information..........................................222Manual Climate Control..............................86Manual Seats....................................................91Message CenterSee: Information Displays..................................71MirrorsSee: Windows and Mirrors...............................60Mobile Communications Equipment.......17Motorcraft Parts - 6.7L Diesel.................293Motorcraft Parts - 7.3L...............................295
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Noise Pollution Control................................22Normal Scheduled Maintenance..........330
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Oil Change Indicator Reset......................229Oil CheckSee: Engine Oil Check.......................................227Opening and Closing the Hood..............223Ordering Additional Owner'sLiterature.....................................................200Overhead Console.......................................100
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Parking Aids....................................................157Parking Brake.................................................140Passive Anti-Theft System..........................51PATSSee: Passive Anti-Theft System......................51Perchlorate........................................................15Playing Media From a USB Device.........318Playing Media Using the USB Port..........98Pneumatic Locking DifferentialIndicators......................................................138Pneumatic Locking Differential...............137Pneumatic Locking DifferentialPrecautions..................................................137Power Door LocksSee: Locking and Unlocking.............................49Power Seats.....................................................92Power Steering Fluid Check....................246Power Take-Off.............................................135Power Windows.............................................60Pre-Collision Assist - Vehicles With: AirBrakes.............................................................170Pre-Collision Assist - Vehicles With:Hydraulic Brakes.........................................173Protecting the Environment.......................22PunctureSee: Changing a Road Wheel........................287
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