Steering - Ford F-650 2015 Owner's Manual

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Hot Weather
• Use a permanent-type engine coolant to protect the engine against
damage from overheating.
• Fill the fuel tank at the end of daily operation to prevent
condensation in the fuel system.
• Keep external surfaces of the engine, radiator, charge air cooler, air
conditioning condenser and accessories clean to avoid dirt build-up.
• You may experience above normal coolant temperatures while driving
in a transmission gear ratio that lugs the engine. To correct this
problem, increase engine speed by downshifting into the next lower
gear.

STEERING

Your vehicle is equipped with power steering. Power steering uses energy
from the engine to decrease the driver's effort in steering your vehicle.
To help prevent damage to the power steering pump:
• Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme right or the extreme
left for more than a few seconds when the engine is running.
• Do not operate your vehicle with the power steering pump fluid level
below the ADD mark on the MAX COLD side of the power steering
reservoir dipstick.
• Some noise is normal during operation. If the noise is excessive,
check for low power steering pump fluid level before seeking service
by an authorized dealer.
• Low power steering pump fluid levels may cause heavy or uneven
steering efforts. Check the power steering pump fluid level before
seeking service from an authorized dealer.
• Do not fill the power steering pump reservoir above the FULL mark
on the MAX HOT side of the power steering reservoir dipstick, as this
may result in leaks from the reservoir.
If the power steering system breaks down (or if the engine is turned
off), you can steer your vehicle manually, but it takes more effort.
If the steering wanders or pulls, check for:
• Underinflated tire(s) on any wheel(s)
• Uneven vehicle loading
• High crown in center of road
• High crosswinds
• Wheels out of alignment
• Loose or worn suspension components.
2015 F-650/750 (f67)
Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, April 2014
USA (fus)
Driving Aids