2003 FORD SUPER DUTY transmission fluid

California Proposition 65 Warning
WARNING:Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and
certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain
products of components contain or emit chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive
harm.
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.
This guide will acquaint you with the 6.0L Power Stroke Diesel engine. It
provides recommendations on engine care and operating procedures. For
complete vehicle information, also refer to the Owner Guide included
with the vehicle. It also describes equipment and gives specifications for
equipment that was in effect when this guide was approved for printing,
and should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle.
Some aftermarket products may cause severe engine and/or
transmission damage. There are various manufacturers offering
devices to increase turbocharger boost, exhaust brakes to
increase stopping/hauling capacity or other such devices to
increase the power/torque of the Power Stroke engine. Many
owners’ past experience with these products has been very poor.
Severe powertrain damage may result from the use of these
aftermarket products which will not be covered by the Ford
warranty.
Ford may discontinue models or change specifications without any notice
and without incurring obligations.
Introduction
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STARTING THE ENGINE
Read all starting instructions carefully before you start your vehicle.
For temperatures below 0°C (32°F), the use of the correct grade engine
oil is essential for proper operation.
If your vehicle is equipped with a manual transmission, make sure the
parking brake is set fully before you turn the key. Depress the clutch
pedal and place the gearshift in the neutral position. The clutch must be
fully depressed in order to operate the starter. Do not press the
accelerator during starting.
If your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission, ensure the
gearshift lever is in P (Park) and the parking brake is set before you turn
the key. Do not press the accelerator during starting.
COLD WEATHER STARTING
Do not crank the engine for more than 30 seconds at a time as starter
damage may occur. If the engine fails to start, turn the key to OFF and
wait 30 seconds before trying again.
Do not use starting fluid such as ether in the air intake system
(see Air Cleaner Decal). Such fluid could cause immediate
explosive damage to the engine and possible personal injury.
Note:Do not add gasoline, gasohol or alcohol to Diesel fuel. This
practice creates a serious fire hazard and causes engine performance
problems.
1. Make sure all vehicle occupants have buckled their safety belts. For
more information on safety belts and their proper usage, refer toSeating
and safety restraintschapter in the owner guide.
2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off.
3. Turn the key to the ON position. When the WAIT TO START light
goes off, turn the key to START. (For Canadian vehicles, the daytime
running lamps will be on if the parking brake is not applied and the key
is turned to ON.)
4. When the engine starts, release
the key. The glow plugs will
continue to be activated for up to
two minutes after the WAIT TO
START light turns off. If the engine is not started before the activation
ceases, the glow plug system must be reset by turning the ignition key to
OFF.
Starting
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48,000 km (30,000 miles)
•Change engine oil and replace oil filter
•Inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth
•Rotate tires
•Replace engine air filter
•Replace engine- and frame-mounted fuel filters
•Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and
ball joints
•Inspect engine cooling system and hoses
•Inspect brake system
•Inspect exhaust system and heat shields
•Change automatic transmission fluid and external filter element
•Check wheels for end play and noise
•Inspect and lubricate 4x2 ball joints (except F-450/F-550)
•Inspect and lubricate steering idler arms
•Replace cabin air filter, if equipped
•Inspect half-shaft boots, if equipped
60,000 km (37,500 miles)
•Change engine oil and replace oil filter
•Inspect engine air filter
72,000 km (45,000 miles)
•Change engine oil and replace oil filter
•Inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth
•Rotate tires
•Inspect engine air filter
•Replace engine- and frame-mounted fuel filters
•Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and
ball joints
•Inspect engine cooling system and hoses
•Inspect brake system
•Inspect exhaust system and heat shields
•Check wheels for end play and noise
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•Inspect and lubricate 4x2 ball joints (except F-450/F-550)
•Inspect and lubricate steering idler arms
•Replace cabin air filter, if equipped
•Inspect half-shaft boots, if equipped
84,500 km (52,500 miles)
•Change engine oil and replace oil filter
•Inspect engine air filter
96,500 km (60,000 miles)
•Change engine oil and replace oil filter
•Inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth
•Rotate tires
•Replace engine air filter
•Replace engine- and frame-mounted fuel filters
•Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and
ball joints
•Inspect engine cooling system and hoses
•Inspect brake system
•Inspect exhaust system and heat shields
•Change automatic transmissio fluid and external filter element
•Change manual transmission fluid
•Check wheels for end play and noise
•Lubricate 4x4 hub needle bearings
•Lubricate 4x2 wheel bearings
•Replace wheel bearing grease seal
•Inspect and lubricate 4x2 ball joints (except F-450/F-550)
•Inspect and lubricate steering idler arms
•Replace cabin air filter, if equipped
•Inspect half-shaft boots, if equipped
108,000 km (67,500 miles)
•Change engine oil and replace oil filter
•Inspect engine air filter
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•Rotate tires
•Replace engine air filter
•Replace engine- and frame-mounted fuel filters
•Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and
ball joints
•Inspect engine cooling system and hoses
•Inspect brake system
•Inspect exhaust system and heat shields
•Change automatic transmissio fluid and external filter element
•Change manual transmission fluid
•Check wheels for end play and noise
•Lubricate 4x4 hub needle bearings
•Lubricate 4x2 wheel bearings
•Replace wheel bearing grease seal
•Inspect and lubricate 4x2 ball joints (except F-450/F-550)
•Inspect and lubricate steering idler arms
•Replace cabin air filter, if equipped
•Inspect half-shaft boots, if equipped
205,000 km (127,500 miles)
•Change engine oil and replace oil filter
•Check air filter minder, replace filter as required
217,000 km (135,000 miles)
•Change engine oil and replace oil filter
•Inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth
•Rotate tires
•Inspect engine air filter
•Replace engine- and frame-mounted fuel filters
•Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and
ball joints
•Inspect engine cooling system and hoses
•Inspect brake system
•Inspect exhaust system and heat shields
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•Check wheels for end play and noise
•Inspect and lubricate 4x2 ball joints (except F-450/F-550)
•Inspect and lubricate steering idler arms
•Replace cabin air filter, if equipped
•Inspect half-shaft boots, if equipped
229,000 km (142,500 miles)
•Change engine oil and replace oil filter
•Check air filter minder, replace filter as required
241,000 km (150,000 miles)
•Change engine oil and replace oil filter
•Inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth
•Rotate tires
•Replace engine air filter
•Replace engine- and frame-mounted fuel filters
•Inspect steering linkage, suspension and, if equipped, driveshaft and
ball joints
•Inspect engine cooling system and hoses
•Inspect brake system
•Inspect exhaust system and heat shields
•Replace accessory drive belt(s)
•Change engine coolant
•Change automatic transmission fluid and external filter element
•Change rear wheel drive (RWD) axle fluid - DANA axles using
synthetic fluid only
•Change transfer case fluid
•Check wheels for end play and noise
•Lubricate 4x2 wheel bearings
•Replace wheel bearing grease seal
•Inspect and lubricate 4x2 ball joints (except F-450/F-550)
•Inspect and lubricate steering idler arms
•Replace cabin air filter, if equipped
•Inspect half-shaft boots, if equipped
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SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
Towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier
Every 5,000 miles or 6 months:Change engine oil and replace filter
Every 15,000 miles:Inspect and lubricate 4x2 ball joints and steering
idler arms
Every 30,000 miles:Lubricate 4x4 hub needle bearings
Every 60,000 miles:Change transfer case fluid
As required:Change manual transmission fluid
Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances as in
heavy commercial use such as delivery, taxi, patrol or livery
Every 5,000 miles or 6 months:Change engine oil and replace filter
Every 5,000 miles:Inspect brake system. Inspect and lubricate 4x2 ball
joints and steering idler arms
30,000 miles and 90,000 miles:Lubricate 4x2 wheel bearings. Replace
wheel bearing grease seal.
Every 60,000 miles:Change transfer case fluid
As required:Replace cabin air filter, if equipped
Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads
Every 5,000 miles or 6 months:Change engine oil and replace filter
Every 15,000 miles:Inspect and lubricate 4x2 ball joints and steering
idler arms
Every 60,000 miles:Change transfer case fluid
As required:Replace cabin air filter, if equipped
Off-road operation
Every 5,000 miles or 6 months:Change engine oil and replace filter
Every 15,000 miles:Lubricate 4x4 hub needle bearings
Every 60,000 miles:Change transfer case fluid
As required:Inspect and lubricate 4x2 ball joints and steering idler
arms. Replace cabin air filter, if equipped
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