Ford IC-200 — Driving the Vehicle
Operation
For the Ford IC-200, from the Ford owner's manual.
Applies to: Ford CSG-649 engine
Before you start
- Shifting from forward to reverse while in motion or above 1000 RPM can severely damage transmission and drive train
Procedure
- Apply hand brake
- Place forward and reverse transmission control lever in neutral
- Start engine and allow a warming period
- Check boom is retracted, centered, and lowered
- Check winch line is snug and outriggers retracted
- Shift manual transmission lever to desired travel speed
- Release hand brake
- Shift forward and reverse lever to travel position and depress accelerator
Source: Ford owner's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.