engine coolant FORD F650/750 2024 Owner's Guide

At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Information Display1
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and the U-joints. Lubricate any components that have grease fittings.
Inspect front oil hubs for leaks and check fluid level through hub cap sight glass.
1 Do not exceed one year/10,000 mi (16,000 km) or 350 engine hours between serviceintervals.2 Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. See Oil ChangeIndicator Reset (page 229).3 Rotate the front wheels on vehicles with dual rear wheels when specified. Only rotatethe rear wheels if you notice unusual wear.
Brake Fluid Maintenance1
Change the brake fluid.2Every 3 Years
1 Perform this maintenance item every 3 years. Do not exceed the designated time forthe interval.2 Brake fluid servicing requires special equipment available at your authorized dealer.
Other Maintenance Items1
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel
filters.2Every 22,000 mi(36,000 km)
Inspect the engine and secondary cooling system coolantconcentration, freeze-point protection, additive, corrosioninhibitor, strength, coolant level, and hoses. Add coolant
additive if necessary.3
Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km)Note: When adding coolant additive, do not exceed thespecified maximum of 47 fl oz (1.4 L) for the engine and20 fl oz (473 ml) for the secondary cooling system. Oper-ating the engine with excessive coolant additive may causeoverheating which could lead to severe, permanent enginedamage.
Replace the air inlet foam filter.Every 45,000 mi(72,000 km)
Inspect the accessory drive belt or belts.4At 90,000 mi(144,000 km)
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Other Maintenance Items1
Change the rear axle fluid. See Special Operating
Conditions Scheduled Maintenance (page 335).5At 100,000 mi(160,000 km)
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter. Consultan authorized dealer for requirements.
Every 150,000 mi(240,000 km)Replace the accessory drive belt or belts if not replacedwithin the last 100,000 mi (160,000 km).
Replace the front wheel bearings and seals.
Change the engine and secondary cooling system coolant.6At 200,000 mi(320,000 km)
1 You can perform these maintenance items within 3,000 mi (4,800 km) of the last oilchange. Do not exceed the designated distance for the interval.2 Every 22,000 mi (36,000 km) or as indicated by the information display.3 Every 30,000 mi (48,000 km), 1200 engine hours or as indicated by the informationdisplay.4 Perform follow-up inspections every 15,000 mi (24,000 km) after the initial inspection.Replace the belt or belts at 150,000 mi (240,000 km).5 Change the fluid again at 150,000 mi (240,000 km).6 Initial replacement at 10 years or 200,000 mi (320,000 km), then every five years or100,000 mi (160,000 km).
SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Gasoline Engines
If you operate your vehicle primarily in anyof the following conditions, you need toperform extra maintenance as indicated.If you operate your vehicle occasionallyunder any of these conditions, it is notnecessary to perform the extramaintenance. For specificrecommendations, see your dealershipservice advisor or technician.
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Off-road Operation
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormalnoise, wear, looseness or drag.
Rotate the tires1 and inspect them for wear, and measurethe tread depth.
Every 7,500 mi (12,000 km)
1Rotate the front wheels on vehicles with dual rear wheels when specified. Only rotatethe rear wheels if you notice unusual wear.
Diesel Engine
If you operate your vehicle primarily in anyof the following conditions, you need toperform extra maintenance as indicated.If you operate your vehicle occasionallyunder any of these conditions, it is notnecessary to perform the extramaintenance. For specificrecommendations, see your dealershipservice advisor or technician.
Towing a Trailer or Using a Car-top Carrier
Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the instru-ment cluster display, and perform the services listed in thescheduled maintenance chart.
As required
See the axle maintenance items under Exceptions.
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuelfilters.Every 15,000 mi(24,000 km) or six months,600 engine hours
Flush and refill the coolant.At 60,000 mi (96,000 km)or 2400 engine hours
Note:After the initial coolant flush and fill at 60,000 mi (96,000 km) or 2400 enginehours, flush and fill every 45,000 mi (72,000 km) or 1800 engine hours thereafter.
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Frequent or Extended Idling, Over 10 Minutes Per Hour of Normal Driving or FrequentLow-speed Operation if You Use Your Vehicle for Stationary Operation
Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the instru-ment cluster display, and perform the services listed in thescheduled maintenance chart.
As required
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuelfilters.Every 15,000 mi(24,000 km), six months or600 engine hours
Inspect the coolant concentration, freeze-point protectionand additive, corrosion inhibitor strength. Add coolantadditive if necessary.
Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km) or 1200 enginehours
Flush and refill the coolant. Do not add coolant additive.Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km) or 2400engine hours
Note:When adding coolant additive, do not exceed the specified maximum of 47 fl oz(1.4 L) for the engine and 20 fl oz (473 ml) for the secondary cooling system. Operating theengine with excessive coolant additive may cause overheating which could lead to severe,permanent engine damage.
Note:After the initial coolant flush and fill at 60,000 mi (96,000 km) or 2400 enginehours, flush and fill every 45,000 mi (72,000 km) or 1800 engine hours thereafter.
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Frequent Low-speed Operation, Consistent Heavy Traffic Under 25 mph (40 km/h) orLong Rush-hour Traffic
Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the instru-ment cluster display, and perform the services listed in thescheduled maintenance chart.
As required
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuelfilters.Every 15,000 mi(24,000 km), six months or600 engine hours
Inspect the coolant concentration, freeze-point protectionand additive, corrosion inhibitor strength. Add coolantadditive if necessary.
Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km) or 1200 enginehours
Flush and refill the coolant. Do not add coolant additive.Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km) or 2400engine hours
Note:When adding coolant additive, do not exceed the specified maximum of 47 fl oz(1.4 L) for the engine and 20 fl oz (473 ml) for the secondary cooling system. Operating theengine with excessive coolant additive may cause overheating which could lead to severe,permanent engine damage.
Note:After the initial coolant flush and fill at 60,000 mi (96,000 km) or 2400 enginehours, flush and fill every 45,000 mi (72,000 km) or 1800 engine hours thereafter.
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Sustained High-speed Driving at Gross Vehicle Weight Rating, Maximum Loaded Weightfor Vehicle Operation
Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the instru-ment cluster display, and perform the services listed in thescheduled maintenance chart.
As required
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuelfilters.Every 15,000 mi(24,000 km), six months or600 engine hours
Inspect the coolant concentration, freeze-point protectionand additive, corrosion inhibitor strength. Add coolantadditive if necessary.
Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km) or 1200 enginehours
Flush and refill the coolant. Do not add coolant additive.Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km) or 2400engine hours
Note:When adding coolant additive, do not exceed the specified maximum of 47 fl oz(1.4 L) for the engine and 20 fl oz (473 ml) for the secondary cooling system. Operating theengine with excessive coolant additive may cause overheating which could lead to severe,permanent engine damage.
Note:After the initial coolant flush and fill at 60,000 mi (96,000 km) or 2400 enginehours, flush and fill every 45,000 mi (72,000 km) or 1800 engine hours thereafter.
Operating in Sustained Ambient Temperatures Below -9.4°F (-23°C) or Above 100.3°F(38°C)
Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the instru-ment cluster display, and perform the services listed in thescheduled maintenance chart.
As required
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuelfilters.Every 15,000 mi(24,000 km), six months or600 engine hours
Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions, Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads
Rotate the tires1, inspect the tires for wear and measuretread depth.
Every 7,500 mi (12,000 km)
Inspect the brake system pads and rotors.
Inspect the air filter restriction gauge. Replace the filter ifnecessary.
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Changing the Wiper Blades.....................250Charging a Device..........................................98Checking the Wiper Blades.....................249Child Restraint and SeatbeltMaintenance.................................................45Child Restraint Positioning.........................35Child Safety......................................................25General Information............................................25Child Safety Locks.........................................36Cleaning Products.......................................262Cleaning the Engine...................................264Cleaning the Exterior..................................263Cleaning the Instrument Panel andInstrument Cluster Lens........................266Cleaning the Interior...................................265Cleaning the Wheels..................................266Cleaning the Windows and WiperBlades...........................................................265Climate Control..............................................86Cold Weather Precautions - 6.7LDiesel..............................................................187Cold Weather Precautions - 7.3L............188Connected Vehicle.......................................314Connected Vehicle –Troubleshooting.............................................314Connecting the Vehicle to a MobileNetwork.............................................................314Connected Vehicle Limitations...............314Connected Vehicle Requirements..........314Connected Vehicle –Troubleshooting.........................................314Connected Vehicle – Frequently AskedQuestions.........................................................314Connecting a Bluetooth® Device...........318Connecting the Vehicle to a MobileNetwork.........................................................314Connecting FordPass to the Modem..........314Enabling and Disabling the Modem............314What Is the Modem...........................................314Coolant CheckSee: Engine Coolant Check - 6.7LDiesel.................................................................235See: Engine Coolant Check - 7.3L................238Cooling System Capacity andSpecification - 6.7L Diesel......................301Cooling System Capacity andSpecification - 7.3L...................................302
Crash and Breakdown Information.......194Automatic Crash Shutoff................................195Cruise Control................................................158Cruise Control Indicators...........................159Cruise Control - Vehicles With: AdaptiveCruise Control...............................................52Cruise Control - Vehicles With: CruiseControl.............................................................52Customer Assistance.................................196Customer Information...............................345Radio Frequency CertificationLabels................................................................345
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Data Recording..................................................11Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With:Configurable Daytime RunningLamps..............................................................57Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With:Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).............57Diesel Exhaust Fluid Capacity andSpecification...............................................307Diesel Particulate Filter..............................124Direction Indicators.......................................58Doors and Locks.............................................49Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap - 6.7LDiesel.............................................................234Driver Alert......................................................166Driving Aids.....................................................166Driving Hints...................................................186Driving Through Water...............................189DRLSee: Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With:Configurable Daytime Running Lamps....57See: Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With:Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).................57
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Economical Driving......................................187Electrical System Inspection...................254Electromagnetic Compatibility...............351Emission Law...................................................117End User License Agreement.................354Engine Block Heater....................................105Engine Coolant Check - 6.7LDiesel.............................................................235
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Engine Coolant Check - 7.3L....................238Engine Emission Control.............................117Engine Idle Shutdown................................105Engine ImmobilizerSee: Passive Anti-Theft System......................51Engine Oil Capacity and Specification -6.7L Diesel...................................................296Engine Oil Capacity and Specification -7.3L.................................................................299Engine Oil Check...........................................227Engine Oil Dipstick - 6.7L Diesel.............227Engine Oil Dipstick - 7.3L...........................227Engine Specifications - 6.7L Diesel........291Engine Specifications - 7.3L.....................292Entering, Exiting or Climbing on ThisVehicle..............................................................18Environment.....................................................22Essential Towing Checks...........................183Event Data RecordingSee: Data Recording..............................................11Exhaust Brake................................................145Exhaust System Inspection.....................255Export Unique Options.................................18Exterior Mirrors.................................................61
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Fastening the Seatbelts..............................39Federal Highway AdministrationRegulation.......................................................18Fifth Wheel Operation................................184Flat TireSee: Changing a Road Wheel........................287Ford Credit.........................................................15Ford Protect...................................................323Frame and Tow Hook Inspection..........260Front Seat Armrest........................................95Fuel and Refueling.......................................107Fuel Consumption.........................................115Fuel Filter - 7.3L............................................249Fuel Quality - Diesel....................................108Fuel Quality - Gasoline.................................111Fuel Tank Capacity - Diesel.....................303Fuel Tank Capacity - Gasoline...............304Fuel Tank Selector Switch.........................116Fuses................................................................202Fuse Specification Chart..........................202
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Gauges...............................................................64GearboxSee: Transmission..............................................130General Driving Points................................186General Information on RadioFrequencies...................................................46General Maintenance Information........325Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada..........................................................199Getting the Services You Need...............196
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HandbrakeSee: Parking Brake.............................................140Hazard Flashers............................................190Headlamp AdjustingSee: Adjusting the Headlamps.....................248Headlamp Exit Delay....................................56Headlamp RemovalSee: Removing a Headlamp..........................250HeadrestSee: Head Restraints..........................................89Head Restraints..............................................89Heated Exterior Mirrors................................88HeatingSee: Climate Control..........................................86Hill Start Assist - Vehicles With:Hydraulic Brakes........................................143Hints on Controlling the InteriorClimate............................................................87Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes............................................................140Hood LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood...........223Horn.....................................................................53How Does the Pneumatic LockingDifferential Work........................................137Hydraulic Power Steering Fluid Capacityand Specification.......................................312
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Ignition Switch................................................101In California (U.S. Only)..............................197Information Display Control.......................53
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