Ford 2017 F-650/750 Owner's manual

April 2016

First Printing

Owner’s Manual

F-650/750

Litho in U.S.A.

HC4J 19A321 AA

2017 F-650/750 Owner’s Manual

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2017 F-650/750 Owner’s Manual

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Part Number: 20160304111232

Introduction
About This Manual...........................................7
Symbols Glossary...........................................10
Data Recording.................................................12
California Proposition 65.............................13
Perchlorate........................................................13
Ford Credit.........................................................13
Replacement Parts
Recommendation.......................................13
Special Notices................................................14
Mobile Communications
Equipment.....................................................14
Export Unique Options.................................14
Federal Highway Administration
Regulation......................................................15
Entering, Exiting or Climbing on This
Vehicle.............................................................15
Environment
Protecting the Environment........................16
Noise Pollution Control.................................16
Child Safety
General Information.......................................17
Installing Child Restraints............................18
Booster Seats..................................................25
Child Restraint Positioning..........................27
Child Safety Locks.........................................28
Seatbelts
Principle of Operation..................................29
Fastening the Seatbelts..............................29
Seatbelt Height Adjustment......................33
Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator
Chime.............................................................34
Seatbelt Reminder........................................34
Child Restraint and Seatbelt
Maintenance................................................36
Seatbelt Extension........................................36
Keys and Remote Controls
General Information on Radio
Frequencies..................................................38
Remote Control..............................................38
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote
Control...........................................................39
Doors and Locks
Locking and Unlocking................................40
Security
Passive Anti-Theft System.........................42
Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................44
Audio Control..................................................44
Voice Control...................................................45
Cruise Control..................................................45
Information Display Control.......................45
Wipers and Washers
Windshield Wipers........................................46
Windshield Washers.....................................46
Lighting
General Information......................................47
Lighting Control...............................................47
Instrument Lighting Dimmer.....................48
Daytime Running Lamps............................48
Direction Indicators.......................................48
Interior Lamps.................................................49
Windows and Mirrors
Power Windows.............................................50
Exterior Mirrors.................................................51
Interior Mirror...................................................53
Sun Visors.........................................................53
Instrument Cluster
Gauges...............................................................54
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Warning Lamps and Indicators................58
Audible Warnings and Indicators..............61
Information Displays
General Information......................................62
Information Messages.................................64
Climate Control
Manual Climate Control..............................70
Hints on Controlling the Interior
Climate............................................................71
Heated Exterior Mirrors.................................72
Seats
Sitting in the Correct Position....................73
Head Restraints...............................................73
Manual Seats...................................................75
Power Seats.....................................................76
Rear Seats.........................................................78
Front Seat Armrest........................................79
Rear Seat Armrest.........................................80
Auxiliary Power Points
Auxiliary Power Points..................................81
Storage Compartments
Overhead Console.........................................83
Starting and Stopping the
Engine
General Information.....................................84
Ignition Switch................................................84
Starting a Gasoline Engine.........................85
Starting a Diesel Engine..............................86
Diesel Particulate Filter................................87
Switching Off the Engine............................88
Engine Idle Shutdown..................................88
Engine Block Heater.....................................88
Fuel and Refueling
Safety Precautions........................................90
Fuel Quality - Gasoline.................................91
Fuel Quality - Diesel......................................92
Running Out of Fuel - Gasoline................95
Running Out of Fuel - Diesel......................95
Selective Catalytic Reduction System -
Diesel..............................................................95
Refueling - Gasoline...................................100
Refueling - Diesel..........................................101
Fuel Consumption.......................................102
Emission Control System - Gasoline.....103
Emission Control System - Diesel..........105
Fuel Tank Selector Switch...........................111
Transmission
Automatic Transmission.............................112
Power Take-Off..............................................116
Rear Axle
General Information......................................117
Limited Slip Differential...............................117
Electronic Locking Differential..................117
2-Speed Rear Axle........................................118
Brakes
General Information.....................................119
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes...........................................................120
Parking Brake.................................................120
Full Power Brake...........................................123
Air Brakes.........................................................123
Exhaust Brake................................................124
Trailer Brakes..................................................126
Traction Control
Principle of Operation.................................130
Using Traction Control - Vehicles With:
Air Brakes....................................................130
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Using Traction Control - Vehicles With:
Hydraulic Brakes.......................................130
Cruise Control
Principle of Operation.................................132
Using Cruise Control....................................132
Driving Aids
Steering............................................................134
Load Carrying
Load Limit........................................................135
Air Suspension...............................................136
Towing
Towing a Trailer.............................................138
Recommended Towing Weights............139
Essential Towing Checks...........................140
Fifth Wheel Operation.................................141
Driving Hints
Breaking-In......................................................143
General Driving Points................................143
Economical Driving......................................144
Cold Weather Precautions........................145
Driving Through Water................................147
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance...................................148
Hazard Warning Flashers..........................149
Fuel Shutoff...................................................149
Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................150
Transporting the Vehicle............................153
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need................155
In California (U.S. Only).............................156
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto
Line Program (U.S. Only).......................157
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration
Program (Canada Only).........................157
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and
Canada.........................................................158
Ordering Additional Owner's
Literature.....................................................159
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.
Only).............................................................159
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada
Only).............................................................160
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart............................161
Changing a Fuse...........................................169
Vehicle Inspection Guide
Vehicle Inspection Information.................171
Maintenance
General Information....................................180
Opening and Closing the Hood................181
Under Hood Overview - 6.8L...................183
Under Hood Overview - 6.7L Diesel......184
Engine Oil Dipstick - 6.8L..........................185
Engine Oil Dipstick - 6.7L Diesel.............185
Engine Oil Check - 6.8L..............................185
Engine Oil Check - 6.7L Diesel.................186
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil
Filter...............................................................187
Changing the Coalescer Filter
Element.......................................................188
Oil Change Indicator Reset.......................189
Engine Coolant Check - 6.8L...................189
Engine Coolant Check - 6.7L Diesel......194
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Check............................................................198
Brake Fluid Check.......................................200
Power Steering Fluid Check.....................201
Washer Fluid Check.....................................201
Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap - 6.7L
Diesel...........................................................202
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Fuel Filter - 6.8L...........................................202
Changing the 12V Battery.........................203
Checking the Wiper Blades.....................205
Changing the Wiper Blades.....................205
Adjusting the Headlamps........................205
Removing a Headlamp..............................207
Changing a Bulb...........................................207
Bulb Specification Chart..........................208
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 6.8L....209
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 6.7L
Diesel............................................................210
Changing the Engine-Mounted and
Diesel Fuel Conditioner Module Fuel
Filters.............................................................214
Electrical System Inspection....................217
Air Induction System Inspection.............217
Exhaust System Inspection......................218
Brake System Inspection...........................219
Axle Inspection.............................................222
Steering System Inspection.....................222
Suspension System Inspection..............223
Frame and Tow Hook Inspection...........223
Rear Axle Fluid Check.................................223
Spring U-Bolt Check...................................224
Vehicle Care
General Information...................................225
Cleaning Products.......................................225
Cleaning the Exterior..................................226
Waxing..............................................................227
Cleaning the Engine....................................227
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper
Blades..........................................................228
Cleaning the Interior...................................228
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and
Instrument Cluster Lens.......................229
Repairing Minor Paint Damage..............229
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels.......................230
Vehicle Storage............................................230
Wheels and Tires
Tire Care..........................................................233
Using Snow Chains.....................................247
Changing a Road Wheel...........................248
Technical Specifications...........................250
Capacities and Specific-
ations
Engine Specifications - 6.8L....................252
Engine Specifications - 6.7L Diesel.......252
Motorcraft Parts - 6.8L..............................254
Motorcraft Parts - 6.7L Diesel.................255
Vehicle Identification Number................256
Vehicle Certification Label........................257
Transmission Code Designation.............257
Capacities and Specifications -
6.8L...............................................................258
Capacities and Specifications - 6.7L
Diesel...........................................................263
Audio System
General Information....................................272
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM.......273
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/
SYNC............................................................274
Satellite Radio...............................................277
Audio Input Jack...........................................279
USB Port..........................................................279
SYNC™
General Information....................................281
Using Voice Recognition...........................283
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone............285
Using SYNC™ With Your Media
Player............................................................297
SYNC™ Troubleshooting.........................306
Accessories
Auxiliary Switches........................................312
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Ford Protect
Ford Protect....................................................314
Scheduled Maintenance
General Maintenance Information........316
Normal Scheduled Maintenance...........323
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled
Maintenance.............................................328
Scheduled Maintenance Record...........338
Appendices
End User License Agreement.................348
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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

your vehicle, the greater the safety and

pleasure you will get from driving it.

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 hand-held 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.

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 your

vehicle.

Note: Your vehicle’s powertrain control

systems can detect and store information

about vehicle modifications that increase

horsepower and torque output such as

whether or not performance-enhancing

powertrain components commonly referred

to as performance chips have been used.

This information will stay in the system’s

memory and cannot be erased even if the

modification is removed. Ford Motor

Company, Ford of Canada, Ford of Mexico

and service or repair facilities can retrieve

this information when servicing your vehicle.

Ford Motor Company may use this

information to determine if your warranty

covers any needed repairs.

Note: Some aftermarket products may

cause severe engine/transmission and/or

exhaust system damage; refer to your

warranty information for more information.

Your new diesel engine will feel, drive and

function somewhat differently than a

gasoline engine. Therefore it is very

important that you read and thoroughly

familiarize yourself and others operating

the vehicle with this guide. There is a

special procedure for turning off the diesel

engine. See Starting a Diesel Engine

(page 86). It is important to read and

understand this material in order to

maintain the best service life for your

engine.

Ford may discontinue models or change

specifications without any notice and

without incurring obligations.

Note: Either Ford Motor Company or an

authorized Ford dealer may have originally

sold this incomplete vehicle to a vehicle

modifier who upfitted it. As a result, some

of the options and features on this vehicle

may differ from what we describe in this

manual.

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.

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Right-hand side.A

Left-hand side.B

Warnings

WARNING

Throughout this guide, you will find

warnings identified by the warning

symbol. Warnings remind you to be

especially careful to reduce the risk of

personal injury.

Diesel Engine Information

The diesel engine fuel system is a

pressurized two-stage filtration system

and consists of:

• A frame-mounted Fuel and Water

Separator primary filter with an electric

fuel pump and water drain

• An engine-mounted secondary fuel

filter

• A fuel injector for each cylinder (8

total)

• A high-pressure fuel pump

• A high-pressure fuel rail for each

cylinder bank (2 total)

• Numerous high-pressure pipes from

the high-pressure pump to the rails,

and rails to the injectors

The fuel and water separator removes

both water and impurities from the fuel.

The engine-mounted filter filters finer

impurities from the diesel fuel. The

engine-mounted fuel filter and the

frame-mounted fuel filter should be

changed at the recommended service

interval or when indicated by the

information display LOW FUEL PRESSURE

message. See Scheduled Maintenance

(page 316).

The fuel and water separator should be

drained at regular intervals (recommended

at every oil change) or when indicated by

the information display and water in fuel

indicator light. See Fuel Quality (page

92).

Proper fuel filter maintenance and prompt

water draining when the water in fuel light

illuminates is essential to prevent injection

equipment damage. Ignoring the water in

fuel light or the information display

message WATER IN FUEL DRAIN FILTER

can cause your vehicle to go into a reduced

power mode.

A frame-mounted electric fuel pump

located inside the fuel and water separator

draws fuel from the fuel tank to provide

pressurized fuel to the engine. The fuel

pump contains a pressure relief valve for

overpressure protection in the event of

restricted flow.

The fuel injection system is controlled

through the powertrain control module.

Engine Protection Mode

Ford diesel engines are equipped with

engine protection and emission control

systems. These systems monitor critical

temperatures and pressures, and modify

engine operation accordingly. These

modified engine performance

characteristics are normal.

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If these modified engine performance

characteristics persist for an extended

period and either the service engine soon

or powertrain malfunction, reduced power,

electronic throttle control light is

illuminated, have the system checked by

an authorized dealer.

Service engine soon

Powertrain malfunction, reduced

power, electronic throttle control

Diesel Lubrication System

It is important to change the engine oil at

the recommended service intervals or

when indicated by the information display

to maintain oil viscosity. Extending the oil

and filter change interval beyond the

recommended interval can negatively

affect engine performance, fuel economy

and engine life. See Engine Oil Check

(page 186).

Engine and secondary cooling system

The cooling system contains a primary

cooling loop to cool the engine and a

secondary cooling loop to cool the

transmission, charge air, and fuel. The

coolant serves three primary purposes: to

provide heat transfer, freeze point

protection, and corrosion protection using

additives.

Vehicles with diesel engines typically are

used to carry heavy loads and accumulate

mileage rapidly. These two factors may

cause the additives in the coolant to wear

out in a shorter time. You can find more

information about coolant additives and

coolant change intervals in the coolant

chapter. See General Maintenance

Information (page 316). Operating the

engine with insufficient coolant or coolant

additive can cause severe engine damage.

Selective catalytic reduction system

Your vehicle is equipped with a selective

catalytic reduction system designed to

reduce emission levels of nitrogen oxides

from the exhaust of your diesel engine. This

system relies on the use of Diesel Exhaust

Fluid (DEF) that you must replenish at

certain intervals. Failure to maintain proper

DEF levels or if the DEF becomes

contaminated will result in vehicle speed

limitations or result in your vehicle entering

an idle-only mode. See Selective

Catalytic Reduction System (page 95).

Minor Troubleshooting Guide

If the engine won’t crank

WARNING

Battery posts, terminals and related

accessories contain lead and lead

compounds. Wash hands after

handling.

Turn on the headlights. If the lights are dim,

do not go on at all or when the ignition is

turned to the start position, the lights

become dim or go out, the battery

connections may be loose or corroded, or

the battery may be discharged. If there is

a clicking or stuttering sound coming from

the engine compartment when you turn

the key to the start position, this may also

indicate a loose or corroded battery

connection.

Check the battery connections at the

battery posts, cable connection to the

engine grounding point and at the starter

connection.

If you suspect a discharged battery, have

it checked and corrected.

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• The gearshift lever must be in P (Park)

or N (Neutral) in order for the starter

to operate.

• Try operating the starter switch several

times. This operation may clean

potentially corroded contacts or make

the switch temporarily operable until

you can reach the dealer.

• If all electrical connections are tight

and you need assistance to start, See

Jump Starting the Vehicle (page 150).

If engine cranks but won’t start

Prolonged starter cranking (in excess of 10

seconds) could cause damage to the

starter motor or the high-pressure fuel

pump.

• Check the fuel gauge. You may be out

of fuel. If the gauge shows that there

is fuel in the tank, the trouble may be

in the electrical system or the fuel

system. If equipped with an auxiliary

tank, be sure that the tank control

switch is set for the tank with fuel and

not on an empty tank.

• Leaving your ignition key turned to on

for over two minutes without starting

may make starting difficult because

the glow plugs will cease activation.

Reset the system by turning the ignition

key to off and then back to on again.

Note: If the system is out of fuel and the

engine will not start, do not continue

cranking the engine. Continued cranking can

damage the high-pressure fuel pump.

If the engine runs hot

The following could cause the engine to

overheat:

• Lack of coolant

• Dirty cooling system.

• Plugged radiator fins, A/C condenser

and/or oil cooler

• Malfunctioning fan drive

• Driving with frozen coolant

• Sticking thermostat

• Overloading or pulling heavy trailers

during hot weather

• Grill or radiator air blockage

• Slipping or missing drive belt

• Plugged or very dirty air filter

If fuses burn out

WARNING

Replacement fuses and circuit

breakers must always be the same

rating as the original equipment

shown. Never replace a fuse or circuit

breaker with one of a higher rating. Higher

rated fuses or circuit breakers could allow

circuit overloading in the event of a circuit

malfunction, resulting in severe vehicle

damage or personal injury due to fire.

Burned-out or blown fuses usually indicate

an electrical short-circuit, although a fuse

may occasionally burn out from vibration.

Insert a second fuse. If this fuse

immediately burns out and you cannot

locate the cause, return your vehicle to

your dealer for a circuit check. See

Changing a Fuse (page 169).

Selective catalytic reduction system

speed limit and Idle-only modes

If the vehicle’s speed is limited or in an

idle-only mode, the selective catalytic

reduction system may be limiting the

vehicle’s functions due to low or

contaminated DEF. Check the DEF. See

Selective Catalytic Reduction System

(page 95).

SYMBOLS GLOSSARY

These are some of the symbols you may

see on your vehicle.

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Safety alert

See Owner's Manual

E162384

Air conditioning system

Anti-lock braking system

Avoid smoking, flames or sparks

Battery

Battery acid

Brake fluid - non petroleum

based

Brake system

Cabin air filter

Check fuel cap

Child safety door lock or unlock

Child seat lower anchor

Child seat tether anchor

E71340

Cruise control

Do not open when hot

Engine air filter

Engine coolant

Engine coolant temperature

Engine oil

Explosive gas

Fan warning

Fasten seatbelt

Front airbag

Front fog lamps

Fuel pump reset

Fuse compartment

Hazard warning flashers

Heated rear window

Heated windshield

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Interior luggage compartment

release

Jack

E161353

Keep out of reach of children

Lighting control

Low tire pressure warning

Maintain correct fluid level

Note operating instructions

Panic alarm

E139213

Parking aid

Parking brake

Power steering fluid

Power windows front/rear

Power window lockout

Service engine soon

Side airbag

E167012

Shield the eyes

E138639

Stability control

Windshield wash and wipe

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 the United States 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 SYNC™ (page 281).

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CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65

WARNINGS

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.

Battery posts, terminals and related

accessories contain lead and lead

compounds, chemicals known to the

State of California to cause cancer and

reproductive harm. Batteries also contain

other chemicals known to the State of

California to cause cancer. Wash your

hands after handling.

PERCHLORATE

Certain components in your vehicle such

as airbag modules, seatbelt pretensioners

and remote control batteries may contain

perchlorate material. Special handling

may apply for service or vehicle end of life

disposal.

For more information visit:

Web Address

www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazard-

ouswaste/perchlorate

FORD CREDIT

US 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.

We offer a number of convenient ways for

you to contact us and help to manage your

account.

Call 1-800-727-7000.

For more information about Ford Credit

and access to the Account Manager, go to

www.fordcredit.com.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

RECOMMENDATION

We have built your vehicle 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.

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

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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. The Ford

Warranty may not cover damage caused

to your vehicle as a result of failed

non-Ford parts. For additional information,

refer to 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,

refer to the Warranty Guide 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

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 hand-held 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.

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.

EXPORT UNIQUE OPTIONS

For your particular global region, your

vehicle may be equipped with features and

options that are different from the features

and options that are described in this

Owner’s Manual. A market unique

supplement may be supplied that

complements this book. By referring to the

market unique supplement, if provided,

you can properly identify those features,

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recommendations and specifications that

are unique to your vehicle. This Owner’s

Manual is written primarily for the U.S. and

Canadian Markets. Features or equipment

listed as standard may be different on units

built for Export. Refer to this Owner’s

Manual for all other required

information and warnings.

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 your 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. The

dealer has information about the

availability of equipment which can 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 your 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 take extra

care in bad weather. Avoid wearing thick

gloves. Always perform trailer hook-up

while standing on the ground.

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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.

NOISE POLLUTION CONTROL

In order to keep to the federal exterior

noise regulations, your vehicle may be

equipped with noise emission items.

Depending on your vehicle configuration,

it may have all or some of the following

items:

Air Intake System

Inspect the air cleaner. Do not alter its

location. Do not alter inlet and outlet

piping.

Body

Inspect wheel well splash shields, cab

shields and under hood insulation for

deterioration, dislocation and orientation.

Cooling System

• Inspect the fan for blade damage. If

you find any damage, replace with the

recommended parts. Inspect for

fan-to-shroud interference and any

damage to shroud, such as cracks and

holes.

• Do not change fan ratio or alter fan

spacer dimensions and positions.

• Inspect fan clutch for proper operation.

Make sure the fan is disengaged when

cooling of the engine is not required.

• Inspect radiator shutters (if equipped)

for proper operation. The shutters

should be open during normal

operating temperatures.

Engine

Valve covers and block covers damp-out

engine mechanical noise. If they need

replacing, make sure to replace them with

the recommended parts. Check for

mechanical isolations.

Transmission Enclosure

Inspect for cracks, holes and tears. Clean

any deposits, such as oil, dirt and stones.

Exhaust System

• Inspect for leaks at various joint

connections and loose clamps.

• Perform a visual inspection for cracks

or holes in the muffler and tail pipe.

• Always use the recommended

replacement parts.

• Do not change the tail pipe elbow or

offset tail pipe orientation from the

standard position as originally received.

• To avoid abnormal changes in vehicle

sound levels, it is necessary for the

owner to perform inspections and

necessary maintenance at specified

intervals. See Scheduled

Maintenance (page 316).

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Environment

GENERAL INFORMATION

See the following sections for directions

on how to properly use safety restraints

for children.

WARNINGS

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.

All children are shaped differently.

The National Highway Traffic Safety

Administration and other safety

organizations, base their recommendations

for child restraints on probable child height,

age and weight thresholds, or on the

minimum requirements of the law. We

recommend that you check with a NHTSA

Certified Child Passenger Safety

WARNINGS

Technician (CPST) to make sure that you

properly install the child restraint in your

vehicle and that you consult your

pediatrician to make sure you have a child

restraint appropriate for your child. To

locate a child restraint fitting station and

CPST, contact NHTSA toll free at

1-888-327-4236 or go to

www.nhtsa.dot.gov. In Canada, contact

Transport Canada toll free at

1-800-333-0371 or go to www.tc.gc.ca to

find a Child Car Seat Clinic in your area.

Failure to properly restrain children in child

restraints made especially for their height,

age and weight, may result in an increased

risk of serious injury or death to your child.

On hot days, the temperature inside

the vehicle can rise very quickly.

Exposure of people or animals to

these high temperatures for even a short

time can cause death or serious heat

related injuries, including brain damage.

Small children are particularly at risk.

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