Ford F650 750 2015 Owner's Manual
2015 F-650/750 Owner’s Manual
2015 F-650/750 Owner’s Manual
ford.cafordowner.com
May 2014
Second Printing
Owner’s Manual
F-650/F-750
Litho in U.S.A.
FC4J 19A321 AB
Table of Contents 1
Introduction 7
Vehicle Inspection Guide 13
Child Safety 24
Child seat positioning ...................................26
Booster seats .........................................29
Installing child safety seats ...............................32
Child safety locks ......................................42
Safety Belts 43
Fastening the safety belts ................................44
Safety belt height adjustment .............................50
Safetybeltwarninglightandindicatorchime..................50
Safety belt-minder .....................................51
Child restraint and safety belt maintenance ...................53
Keys and Remote Control 54
Keys ...............................................54
Locks 55
Locking and unlocking ..................................55
Steering Wheel 56
Adjusting the steering wheel ..............................56
Steering wheel controls .................................56
Wipers and Washers 57
Windshield wipers .....................................57
Windshield washers ....................................57
Lighting 58
Lighting control .......................................58
Instrument lighting dimmer...............................59
Daytime running lamps ..................................59
Turn signal control .....................................60
Interior lamps ........................................60
2015 F-650/750 (f67)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, April 2014
USA (fus)
2 Table of Contents
Windows and Mirrors 61
Power windows .......................................61
Exteriormirrors.......................................62
Instrument Cluster 66
Gauges .............................................66
Warning lamps and indicators .............................70
Audible warnings and indicators ...........................75
Information Displays 76
Message center .......................................76
Information messages ...................................78
Climate Control 79
Manual heating and air conditioning ........................79
Seats 82
Sitting in the correct position .............................82
Head restraints........................................83
Manual seats .........................................86
Power seats ..........................................87
Rear seats ...........................................90
Heated seats .........................................91
Auxiliary Power Points 93
Starting and Stopping the Engine 94
Ignition switch ........................................95
Engine block heater ...................................103
Fuel and Refueling 105
Fuel quality .........................................106
Running out of fuel....................................108
Refueling...........................................109
2015 F-650/750 (f67)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, April 2014
USA (fus)
Table of Contents 3
Fuel consumption .....................................111
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) .............................112
Transmission 124
Transmission operation .................................127
Brakes 139
Brakes .............................................139
Hints on driving with anti-lock brakes ......................143
Traction Control 156
TractionControl™....................................156
Cruise Control 158
Driving Aids 160
Steering ............................................162
Air suspension .......................................163
Upfitter controls ......................................164
Load Carrying 165
Vehicle loading .......................................166
Towing 167
Trailertowing........................................167
Wrecker towing ......................................171
Driving Hints 175
Economical driving ....................................175
Roadside Emergencies 177
Getting roadside assistance ..............................177
Hazard flasher control..................................178
Jump-starting the vehicle ...............................179
2015 F-650/750 (f67)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, April 2014
USA (fus)
4 Table of Contents
Customer Assistance 182
Getting assistance outside the U.S. and Canada ...............184
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) .......................186
Reporting safety defects (Canada only) .....................186
Fuses 187
Changing a fuse ......................................187
Fuse specification chart ................................188
Fuses and relays......................................196
Maintenance 197
General information ...................................197
Opening and closing the hood ............................208
Engine oil dipstick ....................................210
Engine oil check......................................210
Engine coolant check ..................................211
Automatic transmission fluid check ........................215
Brake fluid check .....................................221
Power steering fluid check ..............................223
Fuel filter...........................................224
Washer fluid check ....................................224
Changing the vehicle battery .............................225
Checking the wiper blades ..............................227
Changing the wiper blades ..............................228
Air filter(s) .........................................228
Adjusting the headlamps ................................231
Changing a bulb ......................................231
Bulb specification chart.................................233
2015 F-650/750 (f67)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, April 2014
USA (fus)
Table of Contents 5
Vehicle Care 234
Cleaning products.....................................234
Cleaning the exterior ..................................234
Waxing.............................................236
Repairing minor paint damage ............................236
Cleaning the engine ...................................237
Cleaning the windows and wiper blades .....................237
Cleaning the interior ...................................238
Cleaning the instrument panel and instrument cluster lens .......238
Cleaning leather seats ..................................239
Cleaning the alloy wheels ...............................240
Vehiclestorage.......................................240
Wheels and Tires 243
Tire information ......................................243
Wheel lug nut torque ..................................254
Capacities and Specifications 255
Engine drivebelt ......................................255
Lubricant specifications.................................256
Refill capacities ......................................269
Part numbers ........................................273
Vehicle identification number ............................274
Vehicle certification label ...............................274
Audio System 276
AM/FMstereo........................................278
AM/FM/CD with SYNC .................................279
Auxiliary input jack ...................................281
USBport...........................................283
Satellite radio information ...............................283
2015 F-650/750 (f67)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, April 2014
USA (fus)
6 Table of Contents
SYNC® 287
Pairing your phone for the first time .......................292
911 Assist™ .........................................311
Vehicle Health Report ..................................313
Appendices 336
Scheduled Maintenance 344
Index 381
The information contained in this publication was correct at the time of going to
print. In the interest of continuous development, we reserve the right to change
specifications, design or equipment at any time without notice or obligation.
No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, stored in a retrieval
system or translated into any language in any form by any means without our
written permission. Errors and omissions excepted.
© Ford Motor Company 2014
2015 F-650/750 (f67)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, April 2014
USA (fus)
Introduction 7
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 product features and options available
throughout the range of available models, sometimes even before they
are generally available. It may describe options not fitted to your vehicle.
Note: Some of the illustrations in this manual may show features as used
in different models, so may appear different to you on 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
A. Right-hand side
B. Left-hand side
B
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.
2015 F-650/750 (f67)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, April 2014
USA (fus)
8 Introduction
SYMBOL GLOSSARY
These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description
Safety alert See Owner’s
Manual
Avoid
smoking,
flames, or
sparks
Brake fluid –
non petroleum
base
Check fuel
cap
Child seat
tether anchor
Battery Battery acid
Brake system Cabin air
Child Safety
Door Lock
and Unlock
Cruise control Do not open
Anti-lock
braking
system
filter
Child seat
lower anchor
when hot
Engine air
filter
Engine oil Explosive gas Fan warning
Fasten safety
belt
Fuel pump
reset
Heated rear
window
Engine
coolant
Front airbag Front fog
Fuse
compartment
Interior
luggage
compartment
release
Engine
coolant
temperature
lamps
Hazard
warning
flasher
Jack
2015 F-650/750 (f67)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, April 2014
USA (fus)
Introduction 9
Symbol Description Symbol Description Symbol Description
Lighting
control
Panic alarm Parking aid
Low tire
pressure
warning
system
Maintain
correct fluid
level
Parking brake
system
Power
steering fluid
Service
engine soon
Windshield
defrost and
demist
DATA RECORDING
Service Data Recording
Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting and
storing diagnostic information about your vehicle. This potentially
includes information about the performance or status of various systems
and modules in the vehicle, such as engine, throttle, steering or brake
systems. In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford
Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may
access or share among them vehicle diagnostic information received
through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing
your vehicle. Additionally, when your vehicle is in for service or repair,
Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities
may access or share among them data for vehicle improvement purposes.
For U.S. only (if equipped), if you choose to use the SYNC® Vehicle
Health Report, you consent that certain diagnostic information may also
be accessed electronically by Ford Motor Company and Ford authorized
service facilities, and that the diagnostic information may be used for any
purpose. See the SYNC® chapter for more information.
Power
windows front
and rear
Side airbag Stability
Windshield
washer and
wiper
Power window
lockout
control
2015 F-650/750 (f67)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, April 2014
USA (fus)
10 Introduction
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNING: Some constituents of engine exhaust, certain vehicle
components, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain
products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
PERCHLORATE MATERIAL
Note: Certain components in your vehicle, such as airbag modules,
safety belt pretensioners, and remote control batteries, may contain
perchlorate material. Special handling may apply for service or vehicle
end of life disposal. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate for
more information.
FORD CREDIT (U.S. ONLY)
Ford Credit offers a full range of financing and lease plans to help you
acquire your vehicle. If you have financed or leased your vehicle through
Ford Credit, thank you for your business.
For your convenience, we offer a number of ways to contact us, as well
as help manage your account.
Phone: 1-800-727-7000
For more information regarding Ford Credit, as well as access to
Account Manager, please go to www.fordcredit.com.
REPLACEMENT PARTS RECOMMENDATION
Your vehicle has been built to the highest standards using quality parts.
We recommend that you demand the use of genuine Ford and Motorcraft
parts whenever your vehicle requires scheduled maintenance or repair. You
can clearly identify genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts by looking for the
Ford, FoMoCo or Motorcraft branding on the parts or their packaging.
Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical Repairs
One of the best ways for you to make sure that your vehicle provides
years of service is to have it maintained in line with our
recommendations using parts that conform to the specifications detailed
in this owner’s manual. Genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts meet or
exceed these specifications.
2015 F-650/750 (f67)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, April 2014
USA (fus)
Introduction 11
Collision Repairs
We hope that you never experience a collision, but accidents do happen.
Genuine Ford replacement collision parts meet our stringent
requirements for fit, finish, structural integrity, corrosion protection and
dent resistance. During vehicle development, we validate that these parts
deliver the intended level of protection as a whole system. A great way
to know for sure you are getting this level of protection is to use genuine
Ford replacement collision parts.
Warranty on Replacement Parts
Genuine Ford and Motorcraft replacement parts are the only
replacement parts that benefit from a Ford Warranty. Damage caused to
your vehicle as a result of the failure of non-Ford parts may not be
covered by the Ford Warranty. For additional information, see the terms
and conditions of the Ford Warranty.
SPECIAL NOTICES
New Vehicle Limited Warranty
For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered
by your vehicle’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty, see the warranty
information that is provided to you along with your owner’s manual.
Special Instructions
For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic
controls.
MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT
Using mobile communications equipment is becoming increasingly
important in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However, you
must not compromise your own or others’ safety when using such
equipment. Mobile communications can enhance personal safety and
security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency situations.
Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications
equipment to avoid negating these benefits.
Mobile communication equipment includes, but is not limited to, cellular
phones, pagers, portable email devices, text messaging devices and
portable two-way radios.
2015 F-650/750 (f67)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, April 2014
USA (fus)
12 Introduction
WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, crash and injury. We strongly recommend that you use
extreme caution when using any device that may take your focus off
the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your
vehicle. We recommend against the use of any handheld device while
driving and encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible.
Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the
use of electronic devices while driving.
FEDERAL HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION REGULATION
Regulations such as those issued by the Federal Highway Administration
or issued pursuant to the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA),
and state and local laws and regulations may require additional
equipment for the way you intend to use the vehicle. It is the
responsibility of the registered owner to determine the applicability of
such laws and regulations to your intended use for the vehicle, and to
arrange for the installation of required equipment. Your dealer has
information about the availability of equipment which may be ordered for
your vehicle.
ENTERING, EXITING OR CLIMBING ON THIS VEHICLE
WARNING: Do not carry items while entering, exiting or
climbing. Make sure you keep a firm grip. Always FACE the
VEHICLE STEP and HANDLE SYSTEM while climbing up and down.
Do not climb behind the cab unless you have three point contact with a
step and handle system at all times.
You must be careful and deliberate to minimize the possibility of personal
injury from a slip and fall when entering, exiting or climbing on this
vehicle. Always use the steps and assist handles before climbing. Do not
skip any steps or assist handles. Use three point contact at all times with
at least two feet and one hand or two hands and one foot firmly placed
during all phases of entering, exiting or climbing. Always keep your shoe
soles and hands clean. Keep the steps and assist handles free of snow,
ice, oil, grease, substances or debris. Be sure to use extra care in bad
weather. Avoid wearing thick gloves. Always perform trailer hook-up
while standing on the ground.
2015 F-650/750 (f67)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, April 2014
USA (fus)
Vehicle Inspection Guide 13
VEHICLE INSPECTION INFORMATION
To make sure your vehicle is ready to operate, conduct a pre-trip
inspection at the beginning of each work period. Follow the steps listed
in this section to verify a proper vehicle inspection procedure.
WARNING: Exercise great caution when working on a vehicle
equipped with an automatic fan clutch. The fan starts in motion
only after the engine coolant reaches a predetermined temperature or
the refrigerant pressure (if equipped with air conditioning) reaches a
predetermined setting. The fan starts at this point with no advance
warning. Never reach near, or permit objects to protrude into, the fan
blade radius while the engine is running as this could result in vehicle
damage, personal injury or death.
WARNING: Do not operate the vehicle if any suspension
conditions listed in the following charts are evident. Loss of
steering or suspension could result in property damage, personal injury
or death.
WARNING: If a wheel must be changed, obtain expert tire
service help. Mounting and un-mounting of tires should only be
performed by a qualified technician using necessary safety procedures
and equipment, otherwise the result could be property damage,
personal injury or death.
Note: Always make sure you apply the parking brake before starting the
engine.
2015 F-650/750 (f67)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, April 2014
USA (fus)
14 Vehicle Inspection Guide
Engine compartment (with engine off)
Engine oil Use the dipstick to verify the oil level is in the
proper operating range. See Engine oil check in
the Maintenance chapter.
Engine coolant Look through the plastic reservoir or the clear sight
glass on the reservoir (depending upon vehicle
equipment) and verify the coolant level is within
the proper operating range. Do not remove the
pressure cap until the coolant has cooled.
See Engine coolant check in the Maintenance
chapter.
Power steering
fluid
Brake fluid Remove the master cylinder caps and inspect
Clutch fluid Remove the cap and inspect the fluid level. See
Belts (fan,
alternator, water
pump and air
conditioning
compressor)
Fluid leaks Inspect for signs of fluid puddles or dripping fluid
HVAC air inlet Inspect for debris that may have collected on the
Verify that the fluid level is in the proper operating
range. See Power steering fluid check in the
Maintenance chapter.
the fluid level. See Brake fluid check in the
Maintenance chapter.
Clutch fluid and linkage in the Maintenance
chapter.
Inspect for glazing, fraying or cracking. There
should be no more than 5-7 cracks per rib, per inch
(2.5 centimeters).
on the ground under the engine, or the underside
of the engine.
HVAC air inlet grille or inside the exterior module
as this may reduce system performance.
2015 F-650/750 (f67)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, April 2014
USA (fus)
Vehicle Inspection Guide 15
Engine starting (with parking brake applied)
Safety and
emergency
equipment
Starting the
engine
Engine oil
pressure
Low air pressure
warning tone (if
equipped with an
air compressor)
Accelerator Press the accelerator and verify that it operates
Voltmeter
Before entering the cab, verify that the vehicle is
equipped with spare electrical fuses (if used),
three red reflective triangles, a properly charged
and rated fire extinguisher and wheel chocks.
Walk around the vehicle and verify all steps and
grab handles, inside and out (as well as behind),
are tight and clean. Use extreme caution and a
three-point stance at all times.
Inspect door latches for proper closing, latching
and locking.
Set the parking brake. If starting a vehicle with a
manual transmission, press the clutch and verify
the transmission is in neutral. If starting a vehicle
with an automatic transmission, make sure the
gearshift lever is in position N or P (if equipped
with a park position).
Diesel engine: Turn the key to the on position.
Turn the key to start when the wait to start
indicator light in the instrument cluster turns off.
Gasoline engine: Turn the key to start, and
then release it as soon as the engine starts.
Verify pressure builds to normal operating range.
A tone indicating low air pressure should sound
immediately after the engine starts but before
the compressor has built-up pressure. The tone
should stop when the air pressure reaches 70 psi
(483 kPa) (or more). Let the air pressure build
to governed cutout pressure, which should occur
between 115–130 psi (793–896 kPa).
smoothly, without any binding or irregular feel.
Release the pedal and verify the engine returns
to idle speed immediately.
Check the gauge (diesel engine) or indicator light
(gasoline engine) to verify the alternator is
charging.
2015 F-650/750 (f67)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, April 2014
USA (fus)
16 Vehicle Inspection Guide
Engine starting (with parking brake applied)
Steering linkage
free play
Full power
hydraulic brake
inspection
Parking brake Verify the parking brake holds the vehicle by
Air brakes Verify operation using the following procedure.
Automatic
transmission fluid
Inspect for excessive free play in the steering
linkages. The steering wheel should have less than
2 inches (5 centimeters) of free play at its rim.
Pump the brake pedal several times with the
ignition in the off or run position. You can
momentarily hear the motor and pumps
replenishing the accumulators.
gently trying to pull forward with the parking
brake applied.
Chock the wheels, if necessary. Push in the
parking brake and, on tractors, push in the
tractor parking brake knob:
1. Verify the air compressor or governor cutout
pressure is approximately 120 psi (827 kPa).
2. Turn off the engine, and then turn the key back
to the on position (without starting the engine).
3. Without the brake pedal applied, note the air
pressure drop for one minute. It should be less
than 2 psi (14 kPa) for single vehicles and 3 psi
(21 kPa) for combination vehicles.
4. Press and hold the brake pedal with 90 psi
(621 kPa) or more. Make sure there is no more
than a 3–psi (21 kPa) per minute leak for single
vehicles and a 4–psi (28 kPa) per minute leak for
combination vehicles.
5. Pump the brake pedal to deplete the system of
air pressure. The warning light and tone should
turn on at 57 psi (393 kPa).
6. Pump the brake pedal and make sure the
parking brake and trailer parking brake knobs pop
out at 20 psi (138 kPa) or higher.
Verify that the fluid level is in the proper
operating range. See Transmission fluid check
in the Maintenance chapter.
2015 F-650/750 (f67)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, April 2014
USA (fus)
Vehicle Inspection Guide 17
Front of vehicle
Lights Verify:
• All exterior lights illuminate and are clean
• Headlights function on high and low beam
• Reflectors are clean, unbroken and of proper
color (red on rear, amber elsewhere)
• Running lights are clean and unbroken.
Steering gear Inspect for any:
• Missing or loose fasteners
• Power steering fluid leaks
• Damage to power steering hoses.
Steering linkage Verify:
• Connecting links, arms and rods are not worn
or cracked
• Joints, sockets and boot seals are not worn or
loose
• Cotter keys, nuts and bolts are not loose or
missing.
Tow hooks Inspect front and rear tow hooks for damage or
loose mounting. This is particularly important on
vehicles that use them frequently.
2015 F-650/750 (f67)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, April 2014
USA (fus)
18 Vehicle Inspection Guide
Front suspension
Springs Inspect 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 mounts Inspect the following for cracks, breaks, wear,
damage and tightness:
• Spring hangers
• Bolts
• Bushings
• Axle mounting bolts
• Nuts.
Shock absorbers Inspect for any:
• Cracks
• Leaks
• Missing or broken bolts or bushings.
Front brakes
Hoses Inspect for cracked, worn or frayed hoses.
Verify all couplings are secure.
Brake chambers Verify:
Slack adjusters Inspect for broken, loose or missing parts.
Drums Verify:
• There are no cracks or dents
• They are securely mounted.
Note:
The angle between the push rod and
adjuster arm should be approximately 90 degrees
when the brakes are applied. When pulled by
hand, the push rod should not move more than
approximately 1 inch (2.5 centimeters).
• There are no cracks, dents, holes, and no
loose or missing bolts
• The brake linings are not worn, dangerously
thin or contaminated by lubricant.
2015 F-650/750 (f67)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, April 2014
USA (fus)
Vehicle Inspection Guide 19
Front wheels
Rims Inspect for damaged or bent rims. They should
not have welding repairs, and there should be no
rust trails, which indicate it is loose on the wheel.
Lug nuts Verify 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 seals Inspect wheel hub oil seal for leaks and, if sight
glass if present, verify the oil level is adequate.
Oil-lubricated
front wheel
bearings
Fuel tank(s) Verify:
Leaks Inspect for leaks from the tank(s).
DEF tanks Verify:
Leaks Inspect for leaks from the tanks.
Inspect 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
• Tank(s) and cap(s) are secure
• There is no damage to the tank(s).
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) area
• Tanks and caps are secure
• There is no damage to the tanks.
2015 F-650/750 (f67)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, April 2014
USA (fus)
20 Vehicle Inspection Guide
Underbody
Driveshaft Verify:
• The driveshaft is not bent or cracked
• All driveshaft couplings are secure.
Exhaust system Verify:
• 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.
Rear of vehicle
Air hoses and
electrical lines
Deck plate Verify the deck plate is clean, bolted securely to
Turns signals,
brake lights and
flashers
Verify there are no cuts, cracks, chafing or wear
on the air hoses and electrical line insulation.
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 verify continuity and reduced heat
build-up potential.
the frame and is clear of loose objects.
Verify:
• Both brake lights illuminate when the pedal is
applied
• Each signal flashes
• Four-way flashers work properly.
2015 F-650/750 (f67)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, April 2014
USA (fus)
Vehicle Inspection Guide 21
Rear of vehicle
Lights and
reflectors
Mounting bolts Inspect for loose or missing mounting brackets,
Platform Inspect for cracks or breaks in the platform
Safety latch Verify engagement of the safety latch.
Release arm Verify:
Kingpin and
apron
Verify:
• 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: Inspect rear running lights separately from
signal, flasher and brake lights.
Tractor-coupling system
clamps, bolts or nuts. Verify solid attachment of
both fifth wheel and the slide mounting.
structure.
• The safety latch is in the engaged position
• Any safety latch is in place.
Verify:
• 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.
2015 F-650/750 (f67)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, April 2014
USA (fus)
22 Vehicle Inspection Guide
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 mounts Inspect for any:
• 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
Hoses • Inspect for cracked, worn or frayed hoses.
Brake chambers Verify:
Slack adjuster Inspect for broken, loose or missing parts.
Drum Verify:
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.
Rear brakes
Verify all couplings are secure.
• There are no cracks or dents
• They are securely mounted.
Note: The angle between the push rod and
adjuster arm should be approximately 90 degrees
when the brakes are applied. When pulled by
hand, the push rod should not move more than
approximately 1 inch (2.5 centimeters).
• There are no cracks, dents, holes and no loose
or missing bolts
• The brake linings are not worn, dangerously
thin or contaminated by lubricant.
2015 F-650/750 (f67)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, April 2014
USA (fus)
Vehicle Inspection Guide 23
Rear wheels
Spacers Verify:
• Even separation of dual wheels
• The tires are not touching one another.
Rims Inspect for damaged or bent rims. Rims should
not have welding repairs, and no rust trails,
which indicate it is loose on the wheel.
Lug nuts Verify 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.
Trailer
If you are pulling a trailer, perform an inspection of the trailer similar to
that of the tractor. 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 position N or P.
Inspect the transmission fluid level and shift linkage for proper
operation.
2015 F-650/750 (f67)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, April 2014
USA (fus)
24 Child Safety
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:
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.
All children are shaped differently. The
2015 F-650/750 (f67)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, April 2014
USA (fus)
Child Safety 25
Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children
Child size, height, weight, or age
Infants
or
toddlers
Small
children
Larger
children
• 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. See Front
Passenger Sensing System in the Supplementary Restraints System
chapter for more information.
Children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) or
less (generally age four or younger).
Children 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).
Children 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).
Recommended
restraint type
Use a child safety seat
(sometimes called an
infant carrier,
convertible seat, or
toddler seat).
Use a belt-positioning
booster seat.
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.
2015 F-650/750 (f67)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, April 2014
USA (fus)
26 Child Safety
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:
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.
Always carefully follow the instructions and warnings
2015 F-650/750 (f67)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, April 2014
USA (fus)
Child Safety 27
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.
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.
2015 F-650/750 (f67)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, April 2014
USA (fus)
28 Child Safety
Use any attachment method as indicated
below by “X”
Com-
Restraint
type
Rear
facing
child seat
Rear
facing
child seat
Forward
facing
child seat
Forward
facing
child seat
Note: The child seat must rest tightly against the vehicle seat upon
which it is installed. It may be necessary to lift or remove the head
restraint. See the Seats chapter for information on head restraints.
bined
child
and seat
weight
Up to
65 lb
(29 kg)
Over
65 lb
(29 kg)
Up to
65 lb
(29 kg)
Over
65 lb
(29 kg)
LATCH
(lower
anchors
and top
tether
anchor)
LATCH
(lower
anchors
only)
Safety
belt
and
top
tether
anchor
X
X
Safety
belt and
LATCH
(lower
anchors
and top
tether
anchor)
Safety
belt
only
X
X
2015 F-650/750 (f67)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, April 2014
USA (fus)
Child Safety 29
BOOSTER SEATS
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.
Use a belt-positioning booster seat for children who have outgrown or no
longer properly fit in a child safety seat (generally children who are less
than 4 feet 9 inches (1.45 meters) tall, are greater than age four (4) and
less than age twelve (12), and between 40 pounds (18 kilograms) and
80 pounds (36 kilograms) and upward to 100 pounds (45 kilograms) if
recommended by your child restraint manufacturer). Many state and
provincial laws require that children use approved booster seats until
they reach age eight (8), a height of 4 feet 9 inches (1.45 meters) tall,
or 80 pounds (36 kilograms).
Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of these
questions when the child is seated without a booster seat.
• Can the child sit all the way
back against their vehicle seat
with knees bent comfortably at
the edge of the seat cushion?
• Can the child sit without
slouching?
• Does the lap belt rest low across the hips?
• Is the shoulder belt centered on the shoulder and chest?
• Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip?
Always use booster seats in conjunction with your vehicle lap and
shoulder belt.
2015 F-650/750 (f67)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, April 2014
USA (fus)
Loading...