check oil FORD F-650/750 2018 Owner's Guide

There are three types of maintenance
intervals for general vehicle environments:
On-Highway, City and Severe Service. In
all applications, monitoring miles
(kilometers) and time and when the engine
is due for an oil change determine the
actual interval. When the engine oil change
is required before the truck lubrication
interval, perform the lubrication at the
same time in order to reduce your vehicle
’s
time out of service.
Air Brake Adjustment WARNING
Failure to maintain proper air brake
adjustment can result in reduction
or loss of braking ability.
A qualified service technician, keeping to
the instructions in the service manual,
should perform air brake inspection and
adjustment or repairs.
Cam Brakes - Automatic Slack
Adjusters
WARNING
Do not manually adjust the
automatic slack adjusters to correct
excessive push rod stroke as it may
result in reduced brake effectiveness and
a vehicle crash. Excessive push rod stroke
indicates that a problem exists with the
automatic adjuster, with the installation
of the adjuster, or with foundation brake
components that manual adjustment does
not remedy. Seek service from a qualified
facility for excessive push rod stroke. Inspect standard air brakes equipped with
automatic slack adjusters for proper brake
adjustment as listed in the maintenance
schedule charts.
However, inspect the brakes more
frequently when subjecting them to heavy
use or adverse operating conditions such
as:
•
Frequent brake applications while fully
loaded.
• Operation on hilly or mountainous
terrain.
• Frequent operation on dirt, gravel or
mud.
Some aftermarket brake linings also
require more frequent inspections.
Owner Checks and Services
Make sure you perform the following basic
maintenance checks and inspections every
month or at six-month intervals.
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Check Every Month
Air filter restriction gauge. 1
Engine oil level.
Fuel and water separator. Drain if necessary, or if indicated by the information display. 1
Function of all interior and exterior lights.
Holes and slots in the tail pipe to make sure they are functional and clear of debris. 1
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure. Windshield washer fluid level.
1 Diesel engine only. Check Every Six Months
Battery connections. Clean if necessary.
Body and door drain holes for obstructions. Clean if necessary.
Cooling system fluid level and coolant concentration (freeze-point protection). Door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if necessary.
Hinges, latches and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if necessary. Parking brake for proper operation.
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag and safety belt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
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Multi-point Inspection
Washer spray and wiper operation
For oil and fluid leaks
Hazard warning system operation
Hood rest for lubrication
1 Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission, power steering and window
washer.
2 If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expiration
Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
Be sure to ask your dealership service
advisor or technician about the multi-point
vehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive
way to perform a thorough inspection of
your vehicle. Your checklist gives you
immediate feedback on the overall
condition of your vehicle.
NORMAL SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor™
(Diesel Engine Only)
Your diesel engine is equipped with an
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor that determines
when you should change the engine oil
based on how your vehicle is used. By using
several important factors in its
calculations, the monitor helps reduce the
cost of owning your vehicle and reduces
environmental waste at the same time. This means you do not have to remember
to change the oil on a mileage-based
schedule. Your vehicle lets you know when
an oil change is due by displaying a
message in the information display.
The following table provides examples of
vehicle use and its impact on oil change
intervals. It is a guideline only. Actual oil
change intervals depend on several factors
and generally decrease with severity of
use.
When to expect the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED Message
Vehicle Use and Example
Interval
Normal
7,500– 10,000 mi
(12,000– 16,000 km) Normal commuting with highway driving
No, or moderate, load or towing
Flat to moderately hilly roads
No extended idling
Severe
5,000– 7,500 mi
(8,000– 12,000 km)
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When to expect the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED Message
Vehicle Use and Example
Interval
Moderate to heavy load or towing
Mountainous or off-road conditions
Extended idling
Extended hot or cold operation Extreme
3,000–5,000 mi
(4,800–8,000 km) Maximum load or towing
Extreme hot or cold operation
Use of high sulfur diesel fuel
Note: Use the appropriate special operating
condition for maintenance information
when using high sulfur diesel fuels,
operating your vehicle off-road or in dusty
conditions (such as unpaved roads).
Normal Maintenance Intervals
Gasoline Engines 7,500 mi (12,000 km) or Six Months (Whichever Comes First)
Change the engine oil and filter.
Rotate the tires 1
, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or
drag.
Perform a multi-point inspection (recommended).
Inspect front oil hubs for leaks and check fluid level through hub cap sight glass.
1 Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted.
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Diesel Engine
At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Information Display
1
Change the engine oil and filter. 2
Drain the fuel filter water trap.
Refill the diesel exhaust fluid tank.
Rotate the tires 3
, inspect the tires for wear and measure tread depth.
Perform a multi-point inspection (recommended).
Inspect the air filter restriction gauge. Replace the filter if necessary.
Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level. Consult an authorized dealer for
requirements.
Inspect the brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake linings, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect the engine and secondary coolant concentration (freeze-point protection), level
and hoses.
Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints.
Lubricate components equipped with grease fittings.
Inspect front oil hubs for leaks and check fluid level through hub cap sight glass.
1 Do not exceed one year or 10,000 mi (16,000 km) between service intervals.
2 Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. See Oil Change
Indicator Reset
(page 194).
3 Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted.
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Rear Axle Maintenance
A rear axle fluid change or level check is
not required unless a leak is suspected or
the assembly has been submerged in
water. During long periods of trailer towing
with outside temperatures above 70°F
(21°C), and at wide-open throttle for long
periods above 45 mph (72 km/h), change
the rear axle fluid every 24,000 mi
(38,000 km) or three months, whichever
comes first.
California Fuel Filter Replacement
If you register your vehicle in California, the
California Air Resources Board has
determined that the failure to perform this
maintenance item does not nullify the
emission warranty or limit recall liability
before the completion of your vehicle's
useful life. Ford Motor Company, however,
urges you to have all recommended
maintenance services performed at the
specified intervals and to record all vehicle
service.
Hot Climate Oil Change Intervals
The normal oil change interval is 3,000 mi
(5,000 km) for gasoline vehicles operating
in the Middle East, North Africa,
Sub-Saharan Africa or locations with
similar climates using American Petroleum
Institute (API) oils Certified for Gasoline
Engines and displaying the API Certification
Mark. If API Certified Oils are not available,
then it is acceptable to use API SM or SN
oils. If API oils are not available, then the
oil change interval is 1,750 mi (3,000 km). Engine Air Filter Replacement
The life of the engine air filter is dependent
on exposure to dusty and dirty conditions.
Vehicles operated in these conditions
require frequent inspection and
replacement of the engine air filter and
cabin air filter.
Diesel Particulate Filter
The filter may need to be removed for ash
cleaning at approximately
120,000 mi
(192,000 km) or greater (actual mileage
can vary greatly depending upon engine
and vehicle operating conditions) and
replaced with a new or re-manufactured
(ash cleaned) part. The filter may need to
be replaced at approximately 250,000 mi
(400,000 km) depending upon engine and
vehicle operating conditions. In both cases,
the engine control system sets a service
light (wrench icon) to inform you to bring
your vehicle to the dealer for service. If
there are any issues with the oxidation
catalyst or particulate filter system, a
service light (wrench or engine icon) sets
by the engine control system to inform you
to bring your vehicle into a dealer for
service.
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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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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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Exhaust Brake................................................126
Exhaust Brake Operating
Characteristics................................................ 127
Exhaust System Inspection.....................222
Export Unique Options.................................15
Exterior Mirrors................................................53
Auxiliary Convex Mirrors..................................... 53
Clearance Lamps................................................. 54
Foldaway Exterior Mirrors.................................. 53
Heated Exterior Mirrors...................................... 54
Power Exterior Mirrors........................................ 53
Signal Indicator Mirrors...................................... 54
Telescoping Mirrors............................................. 54
F
Fastening the Seatbelts
................................31
Energy Management Feature.......................... 35
Fastening the Cinch Tongue............................. 33
Lap Belts.................................................................. 33
Seatbelt Locking Modes.................................... 34
Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy................34
Using the Seatbelt with Cinch Tongue (Front Center and Rear Center Seats
Only)..................................................................... 32
Federal Highway Administration Regulation.......................................................15
Fifth Wheel Operation................................146 Hook-up................................................................. 146
Un-hook................................................................. 146
Ford Credit
.........................................................13
US Only..................................................................... 13
Ford Protect....................................................318 Ford Protect Extended Service Plan
(CANADA ONLY)........................................... 319
Ford Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S. Only)................................................................... 318
Frame and Tow Hook Inspection
...........227
Front Seat Armrest.........................................81
Fuel and Refueling.........................................92
Fuel Consumption
.........................................99
Calculating Fuel Economy.............................. 100
Filling the Tank.................................................... 100
Fuel Filter - 6.8L...........................................207
Fuel Quality - Diesel......................................93 Biodiesel.................................................................. 94
Diesel Fuel Additives.......................................... 95Fuel Requirements - Choosing The Right
Fuel: Vehicles Operated Where Ultra Low
Sulfur Diesel Fuel Is Not Required ...........94
Fuel Requirements - Choosing The Right Fuel: Vehicles Operated Where Ultra Low
Sulfur Diesel Fuel Is Required (United
States/Canada/Puerto Rico/U.S. Virgin
Islands And Other Locales) ........................ 93
Fuel Quality - Gasoline................................96 Choosing the Right Fuel.................................... 96
Fuel Shutoff
....................................................154
Fuel Tank Selector Switch.........................101
Fuses.................................................................165
Fuse Specification Chart
...........................165
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel.........170
Power Distribution Box..................................... 165
G
Gauges
...............................................................56
Diesel Engines....................................................... 58
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Gauge................59
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge.............57
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge................................ 57
Fuel Gauge.............................................................. 57
Gasoline Engines.................................................. 56
Gauge Package...................................................... 57
Information Display............................................. 58
Transmission Fluid Temperature Gauge................................................................... 57
Gearbox See: Transmission............................................... 114
General Driving Points................................148 Backing Up............................................................ 148
General Information.......................................... 148
Parking.................................................................... 149
General Information on Radio Frequencies..................................................40
General Maintenance Information.......320 Multi-point Inspection..................................... 324
Owner Checks and Services.......................... 322
Protecting Your Investment........................... 320
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?......................... 320
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?..................................................... 320
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada..........................................................162
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Smart Unlocks.......................................................
42
Lug Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel......................... 251
M
Maintenance..................................................185 General Information.......................................... 185
Manual Climate Control...............................72
Manual Seats....................................................77 Manual Lumbar .................................................... 78
Moving the Seat Backward and Forward................................................................ 77
Recline Adjustment.............................................. 77
Tilting the Seatback Forward (Two-Passenger Bench Seat).................... 78
Message Center See: Information Displays................................. 64
Mirrors See: Windows and Mirrors................................ 52
Mobile Communications Equipment......14
Motorcraft Parts - 6.7L Diesel..................257
Motorcraft Parts - 6.8L..............................258
N
Noise Pollution Control.................................16 Air Intake System.................................................. 16
Body........................................................................\
... 16
Cooling System...................................................... 16
Engine........................................................................\
16
Exhaust System..................................................... 16
Transmission Enclosure...................................... 16
Normal Scheduled Maintenance
...........325
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor™ (Diesel Engine
Only).................................................................. 325
Normal Maintenance Intervals..................... 326
O
Oil Change Indicator Reset.......................194
Oil Check See: Engine Oil Check - 6.7L Diesel.............190
See: Engine Oil Check - 6.8L........................... 191
Opening and Closing the Hood..............186 Closing the Hood................................................ 187
Opening the Hood............................................. 186Ordering Additional Owner's
Literature......................................................163
Obtaining a French Owner ’s Manual..........163
Overhead Console
.........................................85
P
Parking Brake
..................................................122
Air Brakes............................................................... 123
Hydraulic Brakes.................................................. 122
Passive Anti-Theft System........................44 SecuriLock®........................................................... 44
PATS See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 44
Perchlorate........................................................13
Power Door Locks See: Locking and Unlocking............................. 42
Power Seats
.....................................................78
Air-Ride Seat.......................................................... 79
Power Steering Fluid Check....................205
Power Take-Off..............................................118
Power Windows
..............................................52
Bounce-Back......................................................... 52
One-Touch Up or Down..................................... 52
Window Lock......................................................... 52
Protecting the Environment........................16
R
Rear Axle Fluid Check
.................................227
Changing the Fluid............................................ 228
Checking the Fluid Level................................. 228
Rear Axle...........................................................119 General Information........................................... 119
Rear Seat Armrest
.........................................82
Rear Seats........................................................80 Folding the Rear Seat Back (Crew Cab)
........................................................................\
....... 80
Folding up the Rear Seat Cushion.................80
Returning the Seat to the Seating Position............................................................... 80
Recommended Towing Weights............144
Refueling - Diesel
...........................................97
Fuel Filler Cap....................................................... 98
Fuel Fill Rate.......................................................... 98
Refueling - Gasoline.....................................98 Fuel Filler Cap....................................................... 99
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