catalytic converter FORD F650 2005 11.G Owners Manual

JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames,
sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or
vehicle damage.
Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes and
clothing, if contacted.
Do not attempt to push-start your vehicle. Automatic
transmissions do not have push-start capability; doing so may
damage the catalytic converter.
Before connecting a fast-charger, booster battery or installing a new
battery, make sure the ground polarities of the fast-charger, booster
battery or alternator (when installing a battery) are matched to the
ground polarity of the vehicle battery. Improper usage of the
fast-charger, hook-up of booster battery or installation of a new battery
can cause damage to the electrical system or to the alternator. Do not
attempt to polarize the alternator.
Jump starting your vehicle
The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames,
sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or
vehicle damage.
Connecting the jumper cables
1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of
the discharged battery.
Note:In the illustrations,lightning boltsare used to designate the
assisting (boosting) battery.
+–+–
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Catalytic converter
If your Diesel engine is equipped with a catalytic converter, it is
important to review the maintenance schedule to insure proper
functioning of the catalytic converter. Also, take precautions not to
damage the catalytic converter when servicing your engine or storing
your vehicle.
Note:If your vehicle is equipped with a catalytic converter/muffler,do
notblend waste oil with Diesel fuel. Operate only on low sulfur (less
than 500 parts per million sulfur) Diesel fuel with a cetane value of 45 or
higher.
Note:If your vehicle is equipped with a vertical exhaust pipe, it is very
important to have and maintain a rain cap on the exhaust pipe to
prevent water from entering the exhaust system and catalytic converter.
Any water entering the catalytic converter may damage the catalyst and
affect the function of the converter.
Air induction system
Once each year, perform a complete inspection of the air induction
system. In areas where road salt is used, the inspection consists of
disassembling the joints of each aluminum component and inspecting for
salt build-up, presence of chlorine that can cause aluminum particles to
flake off and enter the engine combustion chambers.
If evidence of corrosion is found (usually at the pipe connections), use a
wire brush to clean the inside of the pipes and inside the rubber hoses.
If the intake pipes are pitted at the joint ends, use RTV silicone to seal
the joints. Be certain that no excess material is on the inside of the pipes
that can be pulled into the engine. If the service condition of the pipes,
hoses or clamps is questionable, replace the defective part(s).
Be sure that prior to reassembly all dust and debris has been cleaned out
of the pipes and couplings with a clean, damp rag.
To reduce the risk of personal injury or death when performing
maintenance to any turbocharged engine with engine air inlet
piping disconnected, a turbocharger compressor air inlet protective
shield should be installed over the turbocharger air inlet.
Cummins B and Caterpillar engines
Refer to the respective engine operator manual for air filter replacement
procedure.
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OWNER MAINTENANCE
You can do much of the maintenance your vehicle requires yourself, if
you have the time and a reasonable amount of mechanical ability. If you
prefer to have this work done professionally, your authorized dealer
stands ready to help you.
All mechanical components and attachments are important in that they
could affect the performance of vital components and systems. If
replacement becomes necessary, they must be replaced with parts having
the same part number or with equivalent parts. Torque values of the
attaching parts must be used as specified during any reassembly
procedure to assure proper retention.
EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM
To assure the emissions control systems operate effectively, you should
have the services listed in the maintenance schedule performed at the
specified time and km/mileage intervals. You should avoid running out of
fuel or turning off the ignition while the vehicle is in motion, especially
at high speeds.
Because of high engine compartment and exhaust system
temperatures resulting from emissions equipment, do not park,
idle or operate your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover
where the possibility of ground fire exists.
Do not make unauthorized modifications to the engine or vehicle.
Modifications causing increased amounts of unburned fuel to reach the
exhaust system can significantly increase the temperature of the engine
compartment and/or the exhaust system.
Avoid driving your vehicle if it does not operate properly. If the engine
diesels (more than five seconds of engine run-on after shut-off), misfires,
surges, stalls or backfires, see your dealer. Be alert for fluid leakage,
odor, smoke, loss of oil pressure, or charge indicator or over temperature
warning.
Do NOT use diesel fuel blended with waste oil in engines equipped with
a catalytic converter-muffler. Waste lube oil blending in fuel will plug the
catalytic converter-muffler, resulting in a significant loss of engine power.
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Vehicle System Acts
Engine Air Induction System Removal of the air duct, silencer,
air cleaner, and/or air cleaner
element and baffle in air cleaner;
re-indexing of air cleaner.
Exhaust System Removal or rendering inoperative
exhaust system components
including the catalytic converter -
muffler assembly, inlet pipe, outlet
pipe, resonator and flexpipe.
Rotation of horizontal exhaust
system directional outlet pipe to
cause the exhaust to be emitted in
a direction other than downward.
Engine Cooling System Removal or rendering inoperative
the fan clutch. Removal or
modification of the fan shroud.
Replacing a fixed fan with a fan of
increased diameter, different
number of blades or different pitch
width.
MAINTENANCE
Instructions for maintenance and service of the noise control system
have been included in the Required Maintenance Services and in the
General Maintenance Checklist. To further help minimize noise emissions
degradation throughout the life of the vehicle, Ford Motor Company
recommends that this vehicle should be operated in the manner
described within the Owner Guide. Caution should be exercised by the
owner when installing replacement parts to be sure that a tampering act
(as outlined above) is not committed. Note any inspection and service
performed in the Maintenance Record.
EMISSIONS INFORMATION LABEL
Emissions information appears on the Important Engine Information
Decal located on or near the engine.
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A
Air conditioning ..........................45
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................45
Air suspension ...........................115
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................113
Audio system
(see Radio) ................30, 32, 35, 39
Automatic transmission ............118
fluid, adding ............................185
fluid, checking ........................185
fluid, refill capacities ..............223
fluid, specification ..................213
Auxiliary power point .................54
Axle ............................130, 164, 204
lubricant specifications ..........213
refill capacities ........................222
B
Battery .......................................180
charging system warning
light ............................................21
jumping a disabled battery ....147
voltage gauge ............................26
BeltMinder ...................................75
Brakes ............................93, 99, 164
adjustment ..............................167
anti-lock ...........................113–114
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light .........21, 114
brake warning light ..................21
fluid, checking and adding ...167,
179
fluid, specifications .................213
parking ......................95, 102, 168
Bulbs ............................................49C
Cassette tape player ...................39
Catalytic converter
(see Emission control) .............188
CD-single premium .........30, 32, 35
Cell phone use ............................54
Child safety restraints ................80
child safety belts ......................80
Child safety seats ........................83
attaching with tether straps ....86
in front seat ..............................84
in rear seat ................................84
tether anchorage hardware .....86
Child safety seats - booster
seats .............................................80
Cleaning your vehicle
chrome and aluminum
parts .........................................159
engine compartment ..............159
exterior ....................................161
instrument panel ....................160
interior .....................................160
interior trim ............................160
plastic parts ............................160
washing ....................................158
waxing .....................................158
wheels ......................................159
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......44–45
Clutch ................................122, 184
adjusting ..................................184
fluid ..........................................184
operation while driving ..........122
specifications ..........................213
Controls
power seat .................................68
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Coolant ......................................174
checking and adding ..............174
refill capacities ........................223
specifications ..........................213
temperature gauge ...................26
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................58
Customer Assistance ........139, 154
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .............154, 156
Getting roadside assistance ...139
Getting the service you
need .........................................154
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................157
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................47
Defects, reporting .....................157
Defrost ...................................44–45
windshield ...........................44–45
with heating and air
conditioning system .................45
with standard heating
system .......................................44
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........213
Driving under special
conditions
through water ...........................92
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................147
Emission control system ..199, 228
catalytic converter ..................188Engine
cleaning ...................................159
lubrication specifications .......213
Engine fan .................................178
Engine oil ..................................170
checking and adding ..............170
oil pressure gauge ....................26
recommendations ...................171
refill capacities ........................223
specifications ..........................213
F
Flashers, hazard ........................140
Fuel ............................................189
calculating fuel
economy ..........................196–197
capacity ...................................224
choosing the right fuel ...........190
filling your vehicle with fuel ..189
filter,
specifications ..........191–192, 194
gauge .........................................26
improving fuel
economy ..........................196–197
running out of fuel ...........88, 191
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................189
Fuses ..........................................140
G
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .........196–197
Gauges .........................................26
battery voltage gauge ...............26
engine coolant temperature
gauge .........................................26
engine oil pressure gauge ........26
fuel gauge ..................................26
odometer ...................................26
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