FORD F650 2013 12.G Owner's Manual

Front Suspension
SpringsInspect for leaves that may be:
•missing
•broken
•shifted
•in contact with (or nearly contacting) a tire,
rim, brake drum, frame or body component.
Note:Never apply grease to spring pads.
Spring MountsInspect the following for cracks, breaks, wear,
damage and tightness:
•spring hangers
•bolts
•bushings
•axle mounting bolts
•nuts.
Shock AbsorbersInspect for:
•cracks
•leaks
•missing or broken bolts or bushings.
Front Brakes
Hoses•Inspect for cracked, worn or frayed hoses.
•Verify all couplings are secured.
Brake ChambersVerify:
•there are no cracks or dents
•they are securely mounted.
Slack AdjustersInspect for broken, loose or missing parts.
Note:The angle between the push rod and
adjuster arm should be approximately 90° when
the brakes are applied. When pulled by hand,
the push rod should not move more than
approximately one inch (2.5 cm).
DrumsVerify:
•there are no cracks, dents, holes, and no loose
or missing bolts
•the brake linings are not worn, dangerously
thin or contaminated by lubricant.
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Front Wheels
RimsInspect for damaged or bent rims. They should
not have welding repairs, and there should be no
rust trails that indicate it is loose on the wheel.
Lug NutsVerify all lug nuts are present and not loose (look
for rust trails around the lug nuts). There should
be no cracks radiating from the lug bolt holes or
distortion of the bolt holes.
Hub Oil SealsInspect wheel hub oil seal for leaks and, if sight
glass if present, verify the oil level is adequate.
Oil-lubricated
Front Wheel
BearingsInspect for proper lubrication level if the hubcap
has a transparent window. If the hubcap does not
have a transparent window, remove the rubber
fill-plug and inspect for proper level.
Fuel Area
Fuel Tank(s)Verify:
•tank(s) and cap(s) are secure
•there is no damage to the tank(s).
LeaksInspect for leaks from the tank(s).
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Area
DEF TanksVerify:
•tanks and caps are secure
•there is no damage to the tanks.
LeaksInspect for leaks from the tanks.
Underbody
DriveshaftVerify:
•the driveshaft is not bent or cracked
•all driveshaft couplings are secure.
Exhaust SystemVerify:
•the visible outside parts are securely mounted
•there are no cracks, holes or severe dents.
Frame•Inspect for cracks or bends in longitudinal
frame members.
•Verify there are no loose, cracked, bent, broken
or missing crossmembers or crossmember
fasteners.
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Rear of Vehicle
Air Hoses and
Electrical Lines•Verify air hoses and electrical line insulation
are not cut, cracked, chafed or worn. Listen for
audible air leaks.
•Verify air and electrical lines are not tangled,
crimped or pinched or being dragged against any
truck parts. None of the air or electrical line
should be spliced or taped.
•Inspect for corrosion on pins and in electrical
sockets to ensure continuity and reduced heat
build-up potential.
Deck PlateVerify deck plate is clean, securely bolted to the
frame and clear of loose objects.
Turns Signals,
Brake Lights and
FlashersVerify:
•both brake lights illuminate when the pedal is
applied
•each signal flashes
•four-way flashers work properly.
Lights and
ReflectorsVerify:
•all exterior lights illuminate and are clean
•reflectors are clean, unbroken and of proper
color (red on rear, amber elsewhere)
•running lights are clean and unbroken.
Note:Rear running lights must be inspected
separately from signal, flasher and brake lights.
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Tractor-Coupling System
Mounting BoltsInspect for loose or missing mounting brackets,
clamps, bolts or nuts. Both fifth-wheel and slide
mounting must be solidly attached.
PlatformInspect for cracks or breaks in the platform
structure.
Safety LatchVerify safety latch is engaged.
Release ArmVerify:
•the safety latch is in the engaged position
•any safety latch is in place.
Kingpin and
ApronVerify:
•the kingpin is not bent or worn
•the apron lies flat on the fifth-wheel skid plate
•the visible part of the apron is not bent, worn,
cracked or broken.
Rear Suspension
Springs•Inspect for broken or shifted leaves or leaves
that are in contact with (or nearly contacting) a
tire, rim, brake drum, frame or body component.
•Inspect for missing or broken leaves in the leaf
spring.
Spring MountsInspect for:
•cracked or broken spring hangers
•broken, missing or loose bolts
•missing or damaged bushings
•broken, loose or missing axle mounting parts.
Torsion Arm and
Shock Absorbers•Verify torsion arm is not cracked, broken or
missing.
•Inspect the shock absorber for cracks or leaks.
There should be no missing or broken mounting
bolts or worn bushings.
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Rear Brakes
Hoses•Inspect for cracked, worn or frayed hoses.
•Verify all couplings are secured.
Brake ChambersVerify:
•there are no cracks or dents
•they are securely mounted.
Slack AdjusterInspect for broken, loose or missing parts.
Note:The angle between the push rod and
adjuster arm should be approximately 90° when
the brakes are applied. When pulled by hand, the
push rod should not move more than
approximately one inch (2.5 cm).
DrumVerify:
•there are no cracks, dents, holes and no loose
or missing bolts
•the brake linings are not worn, dangerously
thin or contaminated by lubricant.
Rear Wheels
SpacersVerify:
•dual wheels are evenly separated
•the tires are not touching one another.
RimsInspect for damaged or bent rims. Rims should
not have welding repairs, and no rust trails that
indicate it is loose on the wheel.
Lug NutsVerify all lug nuts are present and not loose (look
for rust trails around the lug nuts). There should
be no cracks radiating from the lug bolt holes or
distortion of the bolt holes.
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Trailer
If you are pulling a trailer, an inspection of the trailer similar to that of
the tractor should be done. The inspection should follow trailer
manufacturer recommendations and should include at a minimum:
general condition, landing gear, doors, sides, lights, reflectors,
suspension, brakes, tires, wheels, cargo placement, stability and
tie-downs.
Transmission
WARNING:If the unit starts in gear and/or the neutral start
switch is not functioning correctly, the vehicle may inadvertently
move which could result in property damage, personal injury or death.
If your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission, regularly
inspect the transmission’s neutral start switch. The engine should only
start in positionNorP.
Inspect the transmission fluid level and shift linkage for proper
operation.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety
restraints for children.
WARNING:Always make sure your child is secured properly in a
device that is appropriate for their height, age and weight. Child
safety restraints must be bought separately from your vehicle. Failure
to follow these instructions and guidelines may result in an increased
risk of serious injury or death to your child.
WARNING:All children are shaped differently. The
recommendations for safety restraints are based on probable
child height, age and weight thresholds from NHTSA and other safety
organizations, or are the minimum requirements of law. Ford
recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety
Technician (CPST) and consulting your pediatrician to make sure your
child seat is appropriate for your child, and is compatible with and
properly installed in your vehicle. To locate a child seat fitting station
and CPST, contact the NHTSA toll free at 1-888-327-4236 or on the
internet at http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov. In Canada, check with your local
St. John Ambulance office for referral to a CPST or for further
information, contact your provincial ministry of transportation, or locate
your local St. John Ambulance office by searching for St. John
Ambulance on the internet, or Transport Canada at 1–800–333–0371
(http://www.tc.gc.ca). Failure to properly restrain children in safety
seats made especially for their height, age, and weight may result in an
increased risk of serious injury or death to your child.
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Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children
Child size, height, weight, or ageRecommended
restraint type
Infants
or
toddlersChildren weighing 40 lb (18 kg) or
less (generally age four or younger).Use a child safety seat
(sometimes called an
infant carrier,
convertible seat, or
toddler seat).
Small
childrenChildren who have outgrown or no
longer properly fit in a child safety
seat (generally children who are less
than 4 ft. 9 in. (1.45 m) tall, are
greater than age four (4) and less
than age twelve (12), and between
40 lb (18 kg) and 80 lb (36 kg) and
upward to 100 lb (45 kg) if
recommended by your child restraint
manufacturer).Use a belt-positioning
booster seat.
Larger
childrenChildren who have outgrown or no
longer properly fit in a
belt-positioning booster seat
(generally children who are at least
4 ft. 9 in. (1.45 m) tall or greater
than 80 lb (36 kg) or 100 lb (45 kg) if
recommended by child restraint
manufacturer).Use a vehicle safety
belt having the lap
belt snug and low
across the hips,
shoulder belt centered
across the shoulder
and chest, and seat
back upright.
•You are required by law to properly use safety seats for infants and
toddlers in the United States and Canada.
•Many states and provinces require that small children use approved
booster seats until they reach age eight, a height of 4 feet 9 inches
(1.45 meters) tall, or 80 pounds (36 kilograms). Check your local and
state or provincial laws for specific requirements about the safety of
children in your vehicle.
•When possible, always properly restrain children twelve (12) years of
age and under in a rear seating position of your vehicle. Accident
statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in
the rear seating positions than in a front seating position. SeeFront
Passenger Sensing Systemin theSupplementary Restraints System
chapter for more information.
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CHILD SEATS
Use a child safety seat (sometimes
called an infant carrier, convertible
seat, or toddler seat) for infants,
toddlers or children weighing
40 pounds (18 kilograms) or less
(generally age four or younger).
CHILD SEAT POSITIONING
WARNING:Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat.
Never place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active airbag. If
you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the
vehicle seat upon which the child seat is installed all the way back.
When possible, all children age 12 and under should be properly
restrained in a rear seating position. If all children cannot be seated and
restrained properly in a rear seating position, properly restrain the
largest child in the front seat.
WARNING:Always carefully follow the instructions and
warnings provided by the manufacturer of any child restraint to
determine if the restraint device is appropriate for your child’s size,
height, weight, or age. Follow the child restraint manufacturer’s
instructions and warnings provided for installation and use in
conjunction with the instructions and warnings provided by your
vehicle manufacturer. A safety seat that is improperly installed or
utilized, is inappropriate for your child’s height, age, or weight or does
not properly fit the child may increase the risk of serious injury or
death.
WARNING:Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap
while your vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the
child from injury in a crash, which may result in serious injury or death.
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WARNING:Never use pillows, books, or towels to boost a child.
They can slide around and increase the likelihood of injury or
death in a crash.
WARNING:Always restrain an unoccupied child seat or booster
seat. These objects may become projectiles in a crash or sudden
stop, which may increase the risk of serious injury.
WARNING:Never place, or allow a child to place, the shoulder
belt under a child’s arm or behind the back because it reduces
the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk
of injury or death in a crash.
WARNING:To avoid risk of injury, do not leave children or pets
unattended in your vehicle.
Restraint
TypeChild
WeightUse any attachment method as indicated
below by “X”
LATCH
(lower
anchors
and
top
tether
anchor)LATCH
(lower
anchors
only)Safety
belt
and
top
tether
anchorSafety
belt and
LATCH
(lower
anchors
and top
tether
anchor)Safety
belt
only
Rear
facing
child seatUp to
48 lb
(21 kg)X
Forward
facing
child seatUp to
48 lb
(21 kg)X
Forward
facing
child seatOver
48 lb
(21 kg)X
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