Ford F650 Owners Manual

							Diesel Engine
At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Information Display
1
Change the engine oil and filter. 2
Drain the fuel filter water trap.
Refill the diesel exhaust fluid tank.
Rotate the tires 3
, inspect the tires for wear and measure tread depth.
Perform a multi-point inspection (recommended).
Inspect the air filter restriction gauge. Replace the filter if necessary.
Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level. Consult an authorized dealer for
requirements.
Inspect the brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake linings, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect the engine and secondary coolant concentration (freeze-point protection), level
and hoses.
Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints.
Lubricate components equipped with grease fittings.
Inspect front oil hubs for leaks and check fluid level through hub cap sight glass.
1  Do not exceed one year or 10,000 mi (16,000 km) between service intervals.
2  Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes.  See Oil Change
Indicator Reset
 (page 194).
3  Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted.
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							Other maintenance items
1
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel
filters. 2
Every 22,000 mi
(36,000 km)
Inspect engine and secondary cooling system coolant
concentration (freeze-point protection), additive (corro-
sion inhibitor) strength, coolant level, and hoses. Add
coolant additive if necessary.3
Every 
30,000 mi
(48,000 km)
Replace the air inlet foam filter.
Every 
45,000 mi
(72,000 km)
Inspect the accessory drive belt(s). 4
At 
90,000 mi
(144,000 km))
Change the rear axle fluid.  See 
Special Operating
Conditions Scheduled Maintenance
 (page 330). 5
At 
100,000 mi
(160,000 km)
Change the engine and secondary cooling system coolant. 6
Every 
105,000 mi
(168,000 km) Change crankcase ventilation filter.
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter. Consult
an authorized dealer for requirements.
Every 
150,000 mi
(240,000 km)
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							Other maintenance items
1
Replace the accessory drive belt(s) if not replaced within
the last 100,000 mi (160,000 km).
Replace the front wheel bearings and seals.
1  You can perform these maintenance items within 
3,000 mi (4,800 km) of the last oil
change. Do not exceed the designated distance for the interval.
2 Every 
22,500 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 information
display.
Note: When adding coolant additive, do not exceed the specified maximum of 
50 fl oz
(1.4 L) for the engine and 20 fl oz (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.
4 Perform follow-up inspections every 
15,000 mi (24,000 km) after the initial inspection.
Replace the belt(s) at 150,000 mi (240,000 km).
5 Change the fluid again at 
150,000 mi (240,000 km).
6 Initial replacement is at six years or 
105,000 mi (168,000 km), then every three years or
45,000 mi (72,000 km).
SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Gasoline Engines
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.
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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 
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Rotate tires1
, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Change engine oil and filter.
Every 
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
or six months Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Replace spark plugs.
Every 
60,000 mi
(96,000 km)
1 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 
5,000 mi (8,000 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 tires1
, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Every 
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
or six months
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							Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances, as in Heavy Commercial Use
(Such as Delivery, Taxi, Patrol Car or Livery)
Change engine oil and filter.
Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km),
six months or 200 engine
hours
Replace spark plugs.
Every 
60,000 mi
(96,000 km)
1 Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted. Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions (Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads)
Replace engine air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Every 
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Rotate tires1
, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Change engine oil and filter.
Every 
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
or six months Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
1 Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted. Off-road Operation
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints and U-joints, Lubricate
if equipped with grease fittings.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace engine air filter.
Change engine oil and filter.
Every 
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
or six months Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Rotate tires1
, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
1 Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted.
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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 or Using a Car-top Carrier
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 
15,000 mi
(24,000 km) or six months,
600 engine hours
Inspect the coolant concentration (freeze-point protec-
tion) and additive (corrosion inhibitor) strength. Add
coolant additive if necessary.
Every 
30,000 mi
(48,000 km) or 1200 engine
hours
Flush and refill the coolant. Do not add coolant additive.
Every 
60,000 mi
(96,000 km) or 2400
engine hours
Note: When adding coolant additive, do not exceed the specified maximum of 
50 fl oz
(1.4 L) for the engine and 20 fl oz (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 
60,000 mi (96,000 km) or 2400 engine
hours, 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 Frequent
Low-speed Operation if your Vehicle is Used for Stationary Operation
Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the
information display, and perform the services listed in the
scheduled maintenance chart.
As required
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel
filters.
Every 15,000 mi
(24,000 km), six months or
600 engine hours
Inspect the coolant concentration (freeze-point protec-
tion) and additive (corrosion inhibitor) strength. Add
coolant additive if necessary.
Every 
30,000 mi
(48,000 km) or 1200 engine
hours
Flush and refill the coolant. Do not add coolant additive.
Every 
60,000 mi
(96,000 km) or 2400
engine hours
Note: When adding coolant additive, do not exceed the specified maximum of 
50 fl oz
(1.4 L) for the engine and 20 fl oz (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 
60,000 mi (96,000 km) or 2400 engine
hours, 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 24.9 mph (40 km/h)  or
Long Rush-hour Traffic
Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the
information display, and perform the services listed in the
scheduled maintenance chart.
As required
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel
filters.
Every 15,000 mi
(24,000 km), six months or
600 engine hours
Inspect the coolant concentration (freeze-point protec-
tion) and additive (corrosion inhibitor) strength. Add
coolant additive if necessary.
Every 
30,000 mi
(48,000 km) or 1200 engine
hours
Flush and refill the coolant. Do not add coolant additive.
Every 
60,000 mi
(96,000 km) or 2400
engine hours
Note: When adding coolant additive, do not exceed the specified maximum of 
50 fl oz
(1.4 L) for the engine and 20 fl oz (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 
60,000 mi (96,000 km) or 2400 engine
hours, 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 Weight
for Vehicle Operation)
Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the
information display, and perform the services listed in the
scheduled maintenance chart.
As required
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel
filters.
Every 15,000 mi
(24,000 km), six months or
600 engine hours
Inspect the coolant concentration (freeze-point protec-
tion) and additive (corrosion inhibitor) strength. Add
coolant additive if necessary.
Every 
30,000 mi
(48,000 km) or 1200 engine
hours
Flush and refill the coolant. Do not add coolant additive.
Every 
60,000 mi
(96,000 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 
60,000 mi (96,000 km) or 2400 engine
hours, 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
information display, and perform the services listed in the
scheduled maintenance chart.
As required
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel
filters.
Every 
15,000 mi
(24,000 km), six months or
600 engine hours Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions (Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads)
Rotate the tires1
, inspect the tires for wear and measure
tread depth.
Every 
7,500 mi (12,000 km)
Inspect the brake system pads and rotors.
Inspect the air filter restriction gauge. Replace the filter if
necessary.
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							Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions (Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads)
Inspect the steering and suspension ball joints and tie rods.
Lubricate any grease fittings.
Change the engine oil and filter. 2
Every 7,500 mi (12,000 km),
six months or 300 engine
hours Inspect and lubricate the U-joints.
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel
filters.
Every 15,000 mi
(24,000 km), 6 months or
600 engine hours
Replace the air inlet foam filter.
Every 
30,000 mi
(48,000 km)
1 Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted.
2 Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. Off-road Operation
Inspect functional holes in each leg of the twin exhaust
tips and the holes under the shield just inboard of the right
rear tire to make sure they are clean and clear of debris or
foreign materials. Refer to the Vehicle Care chapter of your
owner ’s manual for more information.
As required
Inspect the steering and suspension ball joints and tie rods.
Lubricate any grease fittings.
Rotate the tires1
, inspect the tires for wear and measure
tread depth.
Every 7,000 mi (12,000 km),
six months or 300 engine
hours
Inspect the brake system pads and rotors.
Inspect the air filter restriction gauge. Replace the filter if
necessary.
Change the engine oil and filter. 2
Every 7,000 mi (12,000 km)
or 300 engine hours
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