tow FORD F650 2017 13.G Repair Manual

When to expect the message prompting you to change your oil
Vehicle use and example
Interval
Moderate to heavy load or towing
Mountainous or off-road conditions
Extended idling
Extended hot or cold operation Extreme
3000-4999 miles (4000-7999 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 Every 7500 miles (12000 km) or six months (whichever comes first)
Change the engine oil and filter.
Rotate the tires *
, 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.
* Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted.
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Towing a trailer
Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
See axle maintenance items under Exceptions.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km)
Rotate tires*
, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Change engine oil and filter.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km) or six months
Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Replace spark plugs.
Every 60000 miles (96000
km)
* Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted. Extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, as in heavy commercial use
(such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery)
Replace engine air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Inspect brake system.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km)
Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Lubricate control arm and steering ball joints if equipped
with grease fittings.
Rotate tires*
, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km) or six months
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Diesel Engine
If you operate your vehicle primarily in any
of the following conditions, you need to
perform extra maintenance as indicated.
If you operate your vehicle
occasionally under any of these conditions, it is not
necessary to perform the extra
maintenance. For specific
recommendations, see your dealership
service advisor or technician. Towing a trailer
Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the
information display, and perform the services listed in the
scheduled maintenance chart.
As required
See the axle maintenance items under
Exceptions.
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel
filters.
Every 15000 miles (24000
km), 6 months, 600 engine
hours, or as indicated by the
information display
Inspect the coolant concentration (freeze-point protec-
tion) and additive (corrosion inhibitor) strength. Add
coolant additive if necessary.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km) or 1200 engine hours
Flush and refill the coolant. Do not add coolant additive.
Every 60000 miles (96000
km) or 2400 engine hours
Note: When adding coolant additive, do not exceed the specified maximum of 48 fluid
ounces (1.4 liters) for the engine and 16 fluid ounces (473 ml) for the secondary cooling
system. Operating the engine with excessive coolant additive may cause overheating which
could lead to severe, permanent engine damage.
Note: After the initial coolant flush and fill at 60000 miles (96000 kilometers) or 2400
engine hours, flush and fill every 45000 miles (72000 kilometers) or 1800 engine hours
thereafter.
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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 3000
miles (5000 kilometers) 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
1800 miles (3000 kilometers).
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 120000 miles
(192000 kilometers) 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 250000 miles (400000
kilometers) 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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Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap - 6.7L
Diesel.............................................................202
Draining the Diesel Fuel Conditioner Module (DFCM)............................................................. 202
Driving Aids.....................................................134
Driving Hints...................................................143
Driving Through Water................................147 Operation in Standing Water.......................... 147
DRL See: Daytime Running Lamps......................... 48
E
Economical Driving......................................144
Electrical System Inspection
....................217
Accessory Feed Connections.......................... 217
Electronic Locking Differential..................117 Activating the Locking Differential...............118
Driver-Controlled Locking Differential.........117
Servicing a Vehicle with a Locking
Differential........................................................ 118
Emission Control System - Diesel..........105 Oxidation Catalytic Converter and Diesel
Particulate Filter System............................ 105
Emission Control System - Gasoline........................................................103
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)................... 104
Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Testing................................................... 105
End User License Agreement.................348 SYNC End User License Agreement
(EULA).............................................................. 348
Engine Block Heater
.....................................88
Rapid Heat Supplemental Heating
System................................................................ 89
Using the Engine Block Heater....................... 89
Engine Coolant Check - 6.7L Diesel.............................................................194
Adding Coolant................................................... 195
Checking 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................................................... 197Engine Coolant Check - 6.8L...................189
Adding Coolant................................................... 190
Coolant Change.................................................. 192
Engine Coolant Temperature Management................................................... 193
Engine-driven Cooling Fan (Fan Clutch)............................................................... 192
Fail-Safe Cooling................................................ 192
Recycled Coolant................................................. 191
Severe Climates.................................................. 192
Engine Idle Shutdown..................................88
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 42
Engine Oil Check - 6.7L Diesel.................186 Adding Engine Oil............................................... 187
Engine Oil Check - 6.8L
..............................185
Adding Engine Oil............................................... 185
Engine Oil Dipstick - 6.7L Diesel.............185
Engine Oil Dipstick - 6.8L..........................185
Engine Specifications - 6.7L Diesel
.......252
Drivebelt Routing............................................... 252
Engine Specifications - 6.8L
....................252
Drivebelt Routing............................................... 252
Entering, Exiting or Climbing on This Vehicle..............................................................15
Environment.....................................................16
Essential Towing Checks...........................140 Before Towing a Trailer..................................... 140
Hitches................................................................... 140
Safety Chains....................................................... 140
Trailer Brakes....................................................... 140
Trailer Lamps....................................................... 140
When Towing a Trailer...................................... 140
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording............................................. 12
Exhaust Brake................................................124 Exhaust Brake Operating
Characteristics................................................ 126
Exhaust System Inspection......................218
Export Unique Options.................................14
Exterior Mirrors
.................................................51
Auxiliary Convex Mirrors...................................... 51
Clearance Lamps................................................. 52
Foldaway Exterior Mirrors...................................51
Heated Exterior Mirrors...................................... 52
Power Exterior Mirrors......................................... 51
Signal Indicator Mirrors...................................... 52
Telescoping Mirrors.............................................. 52
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Fastening the Seatbelts..............................29
Energy Management Feature.......................... 33
Fastening the Cinch Tongue.............................. 31
Lap Belts................................................................... 31
Seatbelt Locking Modes.................................... 32
Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy................32
Using the Seatbelt with Cinch Tongue (Front Center and Rear Center Seats
Only).................................................................... 30
Federal Highway Administration Regulation.......................................................15
Fifth Wheel Operation.................................141 Hook-up.................................................................. 141
Un-hook.................................................................. 141
Ford Credit
.........................................................13
US Only..................................................................... 13
Ford Protect....................................................314 EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN (CANADA
ONLY)................................................................. 315
Ford Protect (U.S. Only)................................... 314
Frame and Tow Hook Inspection
...........223
Front Seat Armrest........................................79
Fuel and Refueling
........................................90
Fuel Consumption.......................................102 Calculating Fuel Economy.............................. 102
Filling the Tank.................................................... 102
Fuel Filter - 6.8L...........................................202
Fuel Quality - Diesel
......................................92
Biodiesel.................................................................. 93
Diesel Fuel Additives.......................................... 94
Fuel Requirements - Choosing The Right Fuel: Vehicles Operated Where Ultra Low
Sulfur Diesel Fuel Is Not Required ...........93
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) ........................ 92
Fuel Quality - Gasoline.................................91 Choosing the Right Fuel..................................... 91
Fuel Shutoff....................................................149 Running Out Of DEF (Diesel Exhaust
Fluid).................................................................. 150
Fuel Tank Selector Switch
...........................111
Full Power Brake...........................................123
Fuses..................................................................161 Fuse Specification Chart............................161
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel........166
Power Distribution Box...................................... 161
G
Gauges...............................................................54 Diesel Engines....................................................... 56
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Gauge.................57
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge............55
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge............................... 55
Fuel Gauge.............................................................. 55
Gasoline Engines.................................................. 54
Gauge Package..................................................... 55
Information Display............................................. 56
Transmission Fluid Temperature Gauge................................................................... 55
General Driving Points................................143 Backing Up............................................................ 143
General Information.......................................... 143
Parking.................................................................... 144
General Information on Radio Frequencies...................................................38
General Maintenance Information
........316
Multi-point Inspection...................................... 322
Owner Checks and Services.......................... 320
Protecting Your Investment............................ 316
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?.......................... 316
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?...................................................... 316
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada..........................................................158
Getting the Services You Need................155 Away From Home............................................... 155
H
Handbrake See: Parking Brake............................................. 120
Hazard Warning Flashers..........................149
Headlamp Adjusting See: Adjusting the Headlamps.................... 205
Headlamp Removal See: Removing a Headlamp.......................... 207
Head Restraints...............................................73 Adjusting the Head Restraint........................... 74
Heated Exterior Mirrors
.................................72
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Message Center
See: Information Displays................................. 62
Mirrors See: Windows and Mirrors................................ 50
Mobile Communications Equipment......14
Motorcraft Parts - 6.7L Diesel.................255
Motorcraft Parts - 6.8L..............................254
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...........323 Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor™ (Diesel Engine
Only).................................................................. 323
Normal Maintenance Intervals..................... 324
O
Oil Change Indicator Reset.......................189
Oil Check See: Engine Oil Check - 6.7L Diesel.............186
See: Engine Oil Check - 6.8L.......................... 185
Opening and Closing the Hood................181 Closing the Hood................................................ 182
Opening the Hood............................................... 181
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature......................................................159
Obtaining a French Owner ’s Manual..........159
Overhead Console
.........................................83
P
Parking Brake.................................................120 Air Brakes................................................................ 121
Hydraulic Brakes................................................. 120
Passive Anti-Theft System.........................42 SecuriLock®........................................................... 42
PATS See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 42
Perchlorate........................................................13
Power Door Locks See: Locking and Unlocking............................. 40Power Seats
.....................................................76
Air-Ride Seat........................................................... 77
Power Steering Fluid Check
.....................201
Power Take-Off..............................................116
Power Windows.............................................50
Bounce-Back......................................................... 50
One-Touch Up or Down.................................... 50
Window Lock......................................................... 50
Protecting the Environment........................16
R
Rear Axle Fluid Check
.................................223
Changing the Fluid............................................ 224
Checking the Fluid Level................................. 224
Rear Axle
...........................................................117
General Information............................................ 117
Rear Seat Armrest.........................................80
Rear Seats
.........................................................78
Folding the Rear Seat Back (Crew Cab)
........................................................................\
........ 78
Folding up the Rear Seat Cushion.................. 78
Returning the Seat to the Seating Position............................................................... 78
Recommended Towing Weights............139
Refueling - Diesel..........................................101 Fuel Filler Cap....................................................... 101
Fuel Fill Rate......................................................... 102
Refueling - Gasoline
...................................100
Fuel Filler Cap...................................................... 100
Remote Control..............................................38 Car Finder................................................................ 39
Integrated Keyhead Transmitters .................38
Replacing the Battery......................................... 38
Sounding a Panic Alarm.................................... 39
Removing a Headlamp..............................207
Repairing Minor Paint Damage..............229
Replacement Parts Recommendation........................................13
Collision Repairs.................................................... 13
Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical Repairs.................................................................. 13
Warranty on Replacement Parts..................... 14
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control............................................................39
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)..............................................................160
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Storage Compartments..............................83
Sun Visors.........................................................53
Slide-on-rod........................................................... 53
Suspension System Inspection
..............223
Switching Off the Engine............................88
Symbols Glossary
...........................................10
SYNC™.............................................................281 General Information.......................................... 281
SYNC™ Troubleshooting.........................306
T
Technical Specifications See: Capacities and Specifications............252
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)........................157
Tire Care..........................................................233 Glossary of Tire Terminology......................... 233
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall............................................................ 233
Tires See: Wheels and Tires...................................... 233
Towing a Trailer.............................................138 Load Placement.................................................. 138
Towing..............................................................138
Traction Control
............................................130
Principle of Operation....................................... 130
Trailer Brakes
..................................................126
Trailer Air Supply and Parking Brake
Modular Controls............................................ 127
Trailer Brake Hand Control.............................. 126
Transmission Code Designation.............257
Transmission...................................................112
Transmission See: Transmission................................................ 112
Transporting the Vehicle
............................153
U
Under Hood Overview - 6.7L Diesel.............................................................184
Under Hood Overview - 6.8L...................183
USB Port
..........................................................279
Using Cruise Control....................................132 Switching Cruise Control Off.......................... 133
Switching Cruise Control On........................... 132
Using Snow Chains......................................247 Using SYNC™ With Your Media
Player.............................................................297
Accessing Your Play Menu............................. 302
Connecting Your Digital Media Player to the USB Port........................................................... 297
Media Menu Features...................................... 300
Media Voice Commands................................ 299
System Settings................................................ 304
What's Playing?................................................. 298
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone............285 Accessing Features Through the Phone
Menu................................................................. 290
Accessing Your Phone Settings.................... 293
Making a Call...................................................... 288
Pairing a Cell Phone for the First Time................................................................... 285
Pairing Subsequent Cell Phones.................286
Phone Options during an Active Call.........288
Phone Voice Commands................................ 287
Receiving Calls................................................... 288
System Settings................................................. 294
Text Messaging.................................................... 291
Using Traction Control - Vehicles With: Air Brakes
......................................................130
System Indicator Light..................................... 130
Using Traction Control - Vehicles With: Hydraulic Brakes........................................130
System Indicator Light....................................... 131
Using Voice Recognition...........................283 Initiating a Voice Session................................ 283
System Interaction and Feedback..............284
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)..........................157
V
Vehicle Care...................................................225 General Information.......................................... 225
Vehicle Certification Label........................257
Vehicle Identification Number
................256
Vehicle Inspection Guide.............................171
Vehicle Inspection Information.................171 Trailer....................................................................... 178
Transmission........................................................ 178
Vehicle Storage
............................................230
Battery..................................................................... 231
Body........................................................................\
230
Brakes...................................................................... 231
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Cooling system....................................................
231
Engine...................................................................... 231
Fuel system........................................................... 231
General.................................................................. 230
Miscellaneous...................................................... 231
Removing Vehicle From Storage................... 231
Tires........................................................................\
.. 231
Ventilation See: Climate Control........................................... 70
VIN See: Vehicle Identification Number............256
Voice Control...................................................45
W
Warning Lamps and Indicators................58 Anti-Lock Braking System................................ 58
Automatic Regeneration Control................... 58
Battery...................................................................... 58
Brake System......................................................... 58
Check Fuel Cap..................................................... 58
Check Suspension............................................... 58
Cruise Control........................................................ 58
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (Diesel Engine Only).................................................................... 58
Diesel Particulate Filter (Diesel Engine Only).................................................................... 59
Direction Indicator............................................... 59
Door Ajar.................................................................. 59
Electronic Locking Differential........................ 59
Engine Oil Pressure............................................. 59
Exhaust Brake On................................................ 59
Fasten Seatbelt.................................................... 59
High Beam.............................................................. 59
Hydromax............................................................... 59
Low Fuel Level (Gasoline Engine Only).................................................................... 59
Parking Brake Warning....................................... 59
Powertrain Malfunction/Reduced Power/Electronic Throttle Control
(Gasoline Engine Only)................................ 60
Service Engine Soon........................................... 60
Traction Control (Diesel Engine Only).........60
Trailer Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).................................................................. 60
Transmission Tow/Haul.................................... 60
Two Speed Axle................................................... 60
Wait to Start (Diesel Engine Only)................60 Water in Fuel...........................................................
61
Washer Fluid Check
.....................................201
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior.............................. 226
See: Wipers and Washers................................. 46
Waxing..............................................................227
Wheel Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 248
Wheels and Tires
.........................................233
Technical Specifications................................. 250
Windows and Mirrors...................................50
Windshield Washers
.....................................46
Windshield Wipers........................................46
Wiper Blades See: Checking the Wiper Blades.................205
Wipers and Washers.....................................46
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