FORD F650 2013 12.G Owners Manual
Manufacturer: FORD, Model Year: 2013, Model line: F650, Model: FORD F650 2013 12.GPages: 378, PDF Size: 3.82 MB
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DC4J 19A321 AA | April 2013 | Second Printing | Owner’s Manual | F-650/750 | Litho in U.S.A.
2013 F-650/750 Owner’s Manual
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2013 F-650/750 Owner’s Manual
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Introduction 7
Vehicle Inspection Guide 14
Child Safety 26
Child seats...........................................28
Child seat positioning...................................28
Booster seats.........................................30
Installing child safety seats...............................33
Child safety locks......................................40
Safety Belts 41
Fastening the safety belts................................42
Safety belt height adjustment.............................47
Safetybeltwarninglightandindicatorchime..................48
Safety belt-minder.....................................49
Child restraint and safety belt maintenance...................51
Keys and Remote Control 52
Keys...............................................52
Locks 53
Locking and unlocking..................................53
Steering Wheel 54
Adjusting the steering wheel..............................54
Steering wheel controls.................................54
Wipers and Washers 55
Windshield wipers.....................................55
Windshield washers....................................55
Lighting 56
Lighting control.......................................56
Instrument lighting dimmer...............................57
Daytime running lamps..................................57
Turn signal control.....................................58
Interior lamps........................................58
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Windows and Mirrors 59
Power windows.......................................59
Exteriormirrors.......................................60
Instrument Cluster 64
Gauges.............................................64
Warning lamps and indicators.............................68
Audible warnings and indicators...........................73
Information Displays 74
Message center.......................................74
Information messages...................................76
Audio System 77
AM/FMstereo ........................................79
AM/FM/CD with SYNC..................................80
Auxiliary input jack....................................82
USB port............................................84
Satellite radio information................................84
Climate Control 88
Manual heating and air conditioning........................88
Seats 91
Sitting in the correct position.............................91
Head restraints........................................92
Manual seats.........................................94
Power seats..........................................96
Rear seats...........................................98
Heated seats.........................................99
Auxiliary Power Points 101
Starting and Stopping the Engine 102
Ignition switch.......................................103
Engine block heater...................................111
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Fuel and Refueling 113
Fuel quality.........................................114
Running out of fuel....................................116
Refueling...........................................117
Fuel consumption.....................................118
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF).............................120
Transmission 132
Transmission operation.................................136
Brakes 147
Brakes.............................................147
Hints on driving with anti-lock brakes......................151
Traction Control 164
TractionControl™ ....................................164
Cruise Control 166
Using cruise control...................................166
Driving Aids 168
Steering............................................170
Air suspension.......................................171
Upfitter controls......................................172
Load Carrying 173
Vehicle loading.......................................174
Towing 175
Trailertowing........................................175
Wrecker towing......................................179
Driving Hints 182
Economical driving....................................182
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Roadside Emergencies 184
Getting roadside assistance..............................184
Hazard flasher control..................................185
Jump-starting the vehicle...............................185
Customer Assistance 189
Getting assistance outside the U.S. and Canada...............191
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only).......................193
Reporting safety defects (Canada only).....................193
Fuses 194
Changing a fuse......................................194
Fuse specification chart................................195
Fuses and relays......................................203
Maintenance 204
General information...................................204
Opening and closing the hood............................215
Engine oil dipstick....................................217
Engine oil check......................................218
Engine coolant check..................................219
Automatic transmission fluid check........................223
Brake fluid check.....................................229
Power steering fluid check..............................231
Fuel filter...........................................232
Washer fluid check....................................232
Changing the vehicle battery.............................233
Checking the wiper blades..............................235
Changing the wiper blades..............................236
Air filter(s).........................................236
Adjusting the headlamps................................239
Changing a bulb......................................239
Bulb specification chart.................................241
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Vehicle Care 242
Cleaning products.....................................242
Cleaning the exterior..................................242
Waxing.............................................244
Repairing minor paint damage............................245
Cleaning the engine...................................245
Cleaning the windows and wiper blades.....................245
Cleaning the interior...................................246
Cleaning the instrument panel and instrument cluster lens.......247
Cleaning leather seats..................................248
Cleaning the alloy wheels...............................248
Vehiclestorage.......................................249
Wheels and Tires 252
Tire information......................................252
Wheel lug nut torque..................................262
Capacities and Specifications 263
Engine drivebelt......................................263
Lubricant specifications.................................264
Refill capacities......................................277
Part numbers........................................280
Vehicle identification number............................281
Vehicle certification label...............................281
Scheduled Maintenance 283
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SYNC® 319
Pairing your phone for the first time.......................324
911 Assist™.........................................338
Vehicle Health Report..................................341
Appendices 364
Index 372
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specifications, design or equipment at any time without notice or obligation. No
part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, stored in a retrieval
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© Ford Motor Company 2013
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
Thank you for choosing Ford. We recommend that you take some time to
get to know your vehicle by reading this manual. The more that you
know about it, the greater the safety and pleasure you will get from
driving it.
WARNING:Always drive with due care and attention when
using and operating the controls and features on your vehicle.
Note:This manual describes a range of product features and options,
sometimes before they are generally available. Therefore, you may find
options in this manual that are not found on your vehicle.
Note:Some of the illustrations in this manual may be used for different
models, so they may appear different than your vehicle. However, the
essential information in the illustrations is always correct.
Note:Always use and operate your vehicle in line with all applicable
laws and regulations.
Note:Pass on this manual when selling your vehicle. It is an integral
part of the vehicle.
This manual may qualify the location of a component as left-hand side or
right-hand side. The side is determined when facing forward in the seat.
A. Right-hand side
B. Left-hand side
Protecting the Environment
You must play your part in protecting the environment. Correct
vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning
and lubrication materials are significant steps toward this aim.
A
B
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SYMBOL GLOSSARY
WARNING:You risk death or serious injury to yourself and
others if you do not follow the instruction highlighted by the
warning symbol.
These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description
Safety alertSee Owner’s
ManualAnti-lock
braking
system
Avoid
smoking,
flames, or
sparksBatteryBattery acid
Brake fluid –
non
petroleum
baseBrake systemCabin air
filter
Check fuel
capChild Safety
Door Lock
and UnlockChild seat
lower anchor
Child seat
tether anchorCruise
controlDo not open
when hot
Engine air
filterEngine
coolantEngine
coolant
temperature
Engine oilExplosive gasFan warning
Fasten safety
beltFront airbagFront fog
lamps
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Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description
Fuel pump
resetFuse
compartmentHazard
warning
flasher
Heated rear
windowInterior
luggage
compartment
releaseJack
Lighting
controlLow tire
pressure
warningMaintain
correct fluid
level
Panic alarmParking aid
systemParking
brake system
Power
steering fluidPower
windows
front and
rearPower
window
lockout
Service
engine soonSide airbagStability
control
Windshield
defrost and
demistWindshield
washer and
wiper
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