
GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
The Scheduled Maintenance Services listed in this section are required
because they are considered essential to the life and performance of
your vehicle.
Ford Motor Company recommends you perform the Owner Maintenance
Services listed in this section. These services are matters of day-to-day
care that are important to the proper operation of your vehicle. In
addition to the conditions described in the Owner Maintenance Checklist,
be alert for any unusual noise, vibration or other indication that your
vehicle may need service and attend to it promptly.
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts
conforming to Ford specifications. Motorcraft parts are designed and
built for best performance in your vehicle. Using these parts for
replacement is your assurance that Ford-Built quality stays in your
vehicle.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
The maintenance or replacement of the emission control devices (or
systems) in your new Ford Motor Company vehicle (or engine) may be
performed at your expense. These services may be performed by any
automotive repair establishment or individual using automotive parts
equivalent to those with which your vehicle or engine was originally
equipped. If any parts other than Ford, Motorcraft, or Ford authorized,
remanufactured parts are used for maintenance replacements (or for the
service) of components effecting the emission control, the owner should
be assured that such parts are warranted by their manufacturer to be
equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company Parts in performance and
durability. Please consult your warranty information booklet for complete
warranty information.
Authorized dealer maintenance
Your authorized dealer specializes in knowing all about Ford Motor
Company vehicles rather than knowing a little about all makes.
There are Ford or Ford of Canada dealer service shops ready to serve
you wherever you drive in the U.S. or Canada. They stock Ford and
Motorcraft parts, and Ford Chemicals and lubricants. You can be
confident that these meet the same exacting design and quality
standards as those used to build the vehicle originally. Dealer Service
Technicians have available training in the latest product developments
and service techniques.
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Vehicle System Acts
Engine Air Induction System Removal of the air duct, silencer,
air cleaner, and/or air cleaner
element and baffle in air cleaner;
re-indexing of air cleaner.
Exhaust System Removal or rendering inoperative
exhaust system components
including the catalytic converter -
muffler assembly, inlet pipe, outlet
pipe, resonator and flexpipe.
Rotation of horizontal exhaust
system directional outlet pipe to
cause the exhaust to be emitted in
a direction other than downward.
Engine Cooling System Removal or rendering inoperative
the fan clutch. Removal or
modification of the fan shroud.
Replacing a fixed fan with a fan of
increased diameter, different
number of blades or different pitch
width.
MAINTENANCE
Instructions for maintenance and service of the noise control system
have been included in the Required Maintenance Services and in the
General Maintenance Checklist. To further help minimize noise emissions
degradation throughout the life of the vehicle, Ford Motor Company
recommends that this vehicle should be operated in the manner
described within the Owner Guide. Caution should be exercised by the
owner when installing replacement parts to be sure that a tampering act
(as outlined above) is not committed. Note any inspection and service
performed in the Maintenance Record.
EMISSIONS INFORMATION LABEL
Emissions information appears on the Important Engine Information
Decal located on or near the engine.
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Daily Owner Checks Engine system
Check the air filter restriction indicator
Check the engine oil
Inspect the coolant level - for Power Stroke engine (for
Caterpillar and Cummins engines, refer to the Owner’s Manual)
Brake system
Drain the air brake system reservoir - manual valve
Check the air brake system reservoir automatic drain valve
operation
Transmission system
Visually check the automatic transmission for fluid leakage
Steering system
Check the power steering pump fluid level and check the
system for leaks
Check the entire vehicle for evidence of fluid leaks
U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway
Administration requirements (ensure that the entire
system is functioning properly)
Check the service brakes
Check the parking brake
Check the steering mechanism
Check the lighting devices and reflectors
Check the tires
Check the horn
Check the windshield wipers
Check the rear vision mirrors
Check the wheels and rims
Check the emergency equipment
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Check every oil
changeOil change
intervals are as follows:
Power Stroke - 10,000 ;
Caterpillar - 15,000 ;
Cummins - 15,000
(refer to the Caterpillar
and Cummins service
manuals for further
instructions and
information)Engine system
Check the engine cooling system - hoses, clamps and protection
Inspect the drive belts
Exhaust system
Inspect the entire exhaust system (including the inlet pipe(s),
muffler(s), outlet pipe(s), clamps and fasteners) for holes,
leakage, breakage, corrosive damage and separation from other
components. Adjust, service or replace with the same or the
equivalent part. (Also a noise emission control service)
Suspension system
Lubricate the front and rear spring pins
Tighten the front and rear spring U-bolts to the specified torque
Driveline and rear axle system
Lubricate the U-joints and the slip yoke
Brake system
Lube the air brake foot control valve, hinge and roller
Inspect the drum brake linings through the inspection holes
Lubricate the brake camshafts (air brakes)
Lubricate the brake slack adjuster (air brakes)
Lubricate rear caliper slide rails
Inspect the disc brake pads and the piston boots (hydraulic
brakes)
Clutch system
Lubricate the clutch release cross shaft and all linkages
Check the clutch fluid
Fuel system
Drain the accumulated water or sediment from the fuel tank(s)
Steering system
Lubricate the steering shaft(s), U-joints and splines when
equipped with grease fittings
Lubricate the front axle spindle pins
Lubricate the steering linkage when equipped with grease fittings
Grease the power steering gear output shaft
* Coolant protection checks should be made just prior to the onset of freezing weather,
where applicable. If coolant is dirty or rusty in appearance, the system should be drained,
flushed and refilled with the prescribed solution of cooling system fluid and water. Use only
permanent type coolant that meets Ford specifications WSS-M97B51-A1. See the engine
manufacturer’s operating guide for supplemental corrosion inhibitor specifications.
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Maintenance Operation Frequency - Observation
Inspect the automatic slack
adjuster functionInsufficient power shown in loaded
practice stop
Check the operation of the
brakes, the clutch, and the
steering (*a,b)Vehicle handling qualities not up to
par
Inspect the vehicle for missing,
damaged, or mislocated noise
shieldsExcessive noise emanates from under
the cab or engine compartment
Check the engine performance
and the engine governorExcessive engine noise
Inspect the fan, the fan shroud,
and the fan clutchEngine overheats, fans runs at high
speed constantly, excessive fan noise,
or fan wobble due to worn bearings
Check for operation of ABS
warning lampAt each engine start up
Inspect the entire exhaust
system (including inlet pipe,
muffler, outlet pipe and all
exhaust clamps and fasteners)
for holes, leakage, breakage,
looseness and corrosive
damageExcessive noise or the smell of fumes
is experienced
Inspect the engine air
induction system (including the
air ducts, the air cleaner, and
the air cleaner element) for
loose fitting, damaged or
missing componentsExcessive noise emanates from the
engine compartment
Inspect the tires and check the
air pressure (*c)Poor steering, wandering or excessive
tire wear
Balance the wheels and the
tiresVibration or abnormal tire wear
indicates imbalance
Check the front end alignment
(*c)Poor steering, wandering or excessive
tire wear
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Maintenance Operation Frequency - Observation
Check the transmission and
engine mountings (*b)Hard shifting or excessive vibration
Check and adjust transmission
controls (*b)High effort to shift or noisy
transmission
Check fuel pump pressure Insufficient full-throttle power or
backfiring
Clean radiator cap seal. Clean
and inspect the cap surface on
the radiatorWhen the cap does not hold pressure
Check the battery terminals for
corrosionWhenever electrical power supply has
diminished
Tighten the wheel mounting
nuts to the specified torque.
Refer toServicing your
wheels and tiresRequired initially at 800 and 1,600 km
(500 and 1,000 miles). Perform again
at 800 and 1,600 km (500 and 1,000
mile) intervals after each tire
removal/replacement.
*a During maintenance and repair, protect the fuel tube and the hose
assemblies, the power steering lines, and the brake lines from the
external heat, the acids and the abrasion that could damage the lines.
*b Check for (free) linkage action and ensure that (return) spring
force is adequate to maintain pedal free play.
*c Adjust, repair or replace as required with the same or equivalent
parts.
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ComponentLUBRICATION MAINTENANCE LEVEL CHART - ON HIGHWAY (Continued)
(On Highway: 60,000 Miles or more Annually) - Miles, Kilometers or Months - Whichever Occurs First
Miles (000) 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150
Kilometers (000) 24 48 72 96 120 144 168 192 216 240
Months 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30
Brake system - air
Slack adjusters - lubricate••
S-cam - lubricate••••••••••
Clutch
Release bearing / shafts / forks - lubricate••••••••••
Cooling system
Coolant - check level••••••••••
Coolant - check freeze protection••••••••••
Extended life coolant - add extender See engine manufacturer’s recommendation
Extended life coolant - replace See engine manufacturer’s recommendation
Engine - Refer to engine manual for Caterpillar and Cummins. 6.0L Power Stroke - see 6.0L Engine section
at end of chart
Transmission
Automatic and Ahto-shift transmissions Refer to transmission operator’s manual
Manual transmission - check fluid level••••••••••
Eaton-Fuller manual transmission - petroleum oil
change••
Eaton-Fuller manual transmission - synthetic oil
changeFactory fill w/synthetic at 800,000 km (500,000 miles);
Converted to synthetic at 400,000 km (250,000 miles)
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ComponentLUBRICATION MAINTENANCE LEVEL CHART - ON HIGHWAY (Continued)
(On Highway: 60,000 Miles or more Annually) - Miles, Kilometers or Months - Whichever Occurs First
Miles (000) 165 180 195 210 225 240 255 270 285 300
Kilometers (000) 264 288 312 336 360 384 408 432 456 480
Months 33 36 39 42 45 48 51 54 57 60
Brake system - air
Slack adjusters - lubricate•••
S-cam - lubricate••••••••••
Clutch
Release bearing / shafts / fork - lubricate••••••••••
Cooling system
Coolant - check level••••••••••
Coolant - check freeze protection••••••••••
Extended life coolant - add extender See engine manufacturer’s recommendation
Extended life coolant - replace See engine manufacturer’s recommendation
Engine - Refer to engine manual for Caterpillar and Cummins. 6.0L Power Stroke - see 6.0L Engine section
at end of chart
Transmission
Automatic transmission and Auto-shift transmissions Refer to transmission operator’s manual
Manual transmission - check fluid level••••••••••
Eaton Fuller manual transmission - petroleum oil
change•••
Eaton Fuller manual transmission - synthetic oil
changeFactory fill w/synthetic at 800,000 km (500,000 miles);
Converted to synthetic at 400,000 km (250,000 miles)
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