2005 FORD SUPER DUTY check transmission fluid

•Check power steering fluid level
•Check washer spray, wiper operation and clean all wiper blades
(replace as necessary)
•Check parking brake for proper operation
•Check and lubricate all hinges, latches and outside locks
•Check and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips
•Check and clean body and door drain holes
•Check safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for
operation
•Check cooling system fluid level and coolant strength
•Check battery connections and clean if necessary
•Check clutch fluid level, if equipped
Multi-point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important that you have
the systems on your vehicle checked regularly. This can help identify any
potential issue before there are any problems. Ford Motor Company
suggests the following multi-point inspection to be performed at every
scheduled maintenance as the way to ensure your vehicle keeps running
right.
Multi-point inspection - Recommended at every visit
•Check and top up fluid levels: brake, coolant recovery reservoir,
manual and automatic transmission, power steering and window
washer.
•Inspect tires for wear and check air pressure, including spare.
•Check exhaust system for leaks, damage, loose parts and foreign
materials.
•Check battery performance.
•Check operation of horn, exterior lamps, turn signals and hazard
warning lights.
•Check radiator, coolers and heater and air conditioning hoses.
•Inspect windshield washer spray and wiper operation.
•Check windshield for cracks, chips and pitting.
•Inspect for oil and fluid leaks.
•Inspect air cleaner filter.
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•Inspect exhaust system and heat shields
•Check wheels for end play and noise
•Inspect and lubricate 4x4 front axle u-joints
Date:
Odometer reading:
R.O.#Dealer’s Stamp:
22,500 miles (36,000 km)
•Change engine oil and replace oil filter
•Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
•Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.
•Inspect air filter restriction gauge, replace filter as required
Date:
Odometer reading:
R.O.#Dealer’s Stamp:
30,000 miles (48,000 km)
•Change engine oil and replace oil filter
•Replace engine- and frame-mounted fuel filters
•Change automatic transmission fluid and external filter element
•Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
•Inspect tires for wear and rotate
•Inspect air filter restriction gauge, replace filter as required
•Inspect and lubricate steering linkage, ball joints, suspension,
driveshaft and u-joints.
•Inspect engine cooling system and hoses
•Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and
parking brake system.
•Inspect exhaust system and heat shields
•Check wheels for end play and noise
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Date:
Odometer reading:
R.O.#Dealer’s Stamp:
52,500 miles (84,500 km)
•Change engine oil and replace oil filter
•Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
•Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.
•Inspect air filter restriction gauge, replace filter as required
Date:
Odometer reading:
R.O.#Dealer’s Stamp:
60,000 miles (96,500 km)
•Change engine oil and replace oil filter
•Replace engine- and frame-mounted fuel filters
•Change automatic transmission fluid and external filter element
•Change manual transmission fluid
•Lubricate 4x4 front hub needle bearings (Excursion only)
•Lubricate 4x2 front wheel bearings, adjust wheel bearings and replace
grease seals (if non-sealed bearings)
•Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
•Inspect tires for wear and rotate
•Inspect air filter restriction gauge, replace filter as required
•Inspect and lubricate steering linkage, ball joints, suspension,
driveshaft and u-joints.
•Inspect engine cooling system and hoses
•Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and
parking brake system.
•Inspect exhaust system and heat shields
•Check wheels for end play and noise
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Date:
Odometer reading:
R.O.#Dealer’s Stamp:
82,500 miles (133,000 km)
•Change engine oil and replace oil filter
•Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
•Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.
•Inspect air filter restriction gauge, replace filter as required
Date:
Odometer reading:
R.O.#Dealer’s Stamp:
90,000 miles (145,000 km)
•Change engine oil and replace oil filter
•Replace engine- and frame-mounted fuel filters
•Change automatic transmission fluid and external filter element
•Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
•Inspect tires for wear and rotate
•Inspect air filter restriction gauge, replace filter as required
•Inspect and lubricate steering linkage, ball joints, suspension,
driveshaft and u-joints.
•Inspect engine cooling system and hoses
•Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and
parking brake system.
•Inspect exhaust system and heat shields
•Check wheels for end play and noise
•Inspect and lubricate 4x4 front axle u-joints
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•Inspect exhaust system and heat shields
•Check wheels for end play and noise
•Inspect and lubricate 4x4 front axle u-joints
Date:
Odometer reading:
R.O.#Dealer’s Stamp:
112,500 miles (181,000 km)
•Change engine oil and replace oil filter
•Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
•Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.
•Inspect air filter restriction gauge, replace filter as required
Date:
Odometer reading:
R.O.#Dealer’s Stamp:
120,000 miles (193,000 km)
•Change engine oil and replace oil filter
•Replace engine- and frame-mounted fuel filters
•Change automatic transmission fluid and external filter element
•Change manual transmission fluid
•Lubricate 4x4 front hub needle bearings (Excursion only)
•Lubricate 4x2 front wheel bearings, adjust wheel bearings and replace
grease seals (if non-sealed bearings)
•Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
•Inspect tires for wear and rotate
•Inspect air filter restriction gauge, replace filter as required
•Inspect and lubricate steering linkage, ball joints, suspension,
driveshaft and u-joints.
•Inspect engine cooling system and hoses
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•Check wheels for end play and noise
•Inspect and lubricate 4x4 front axle u-joints
Date:
Odometer reading:
R.O.#Dealer’s Stamp:
142,500 miles (229,000 km)
•Change engine oil and replace oil filter
•Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
•Inspect tires for wear. Rotation recommended for optimal tire life.
•Inspect air filter restriction gauge, replace filter as required
Date:
Odometer reading:
R.O.#Dealer’s Stamp:
150,000 miles (241,000 km)
•Change engine oil and replace oil filter
•Replace engine- and frame-mounted fuel filters
•Replace accessory drive belt(s)
•Change Premium Gold coolant (see Motorcraft Premium Gold Coolant
Change Record)
•Change automatic transmission fluid and external filter element
•Change rear wheel drive (RWD) axle fluid - DANA axlesnotusing
synthetic fluid only
•Change front axle lubricant (4x4 only)
•Change transfer case fluid (see Special Operating Conditions)
•Replace 4x2 front wheel bearings, adjust wheel bearings and replace
grease seals (if non-sealed bearings)
•Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
•Inspect tires for wear and rotate
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and F-550 trucks operated at or near maximum Gross Vehicle Weights,
the rear axle lubricant should be replaced every 50,000 miles. In
addition, this 50,000 mile schedule should be observed when the vehicles
are operated under the Special Operating Conditions, where noted.
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 5,000 miles:Check air filter restriction gauge (replace air filter
as required or when air filter restriction gauge indicates)
Every 30,000 miles:Lubricate 4x4 front hub needle bearings
(Excursion only)
Every 60,000 miles:Change transfer case fluid
As required:Change manual transmission fluid
Date:
Odometer reading:
R.O.#Dealer’s Stamp:
See corresponding mileage in maintenance schedule for services performed.
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, 6 months or 200 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first):Change engine oil and replace filter
Every 5,000 miles:Check air filter restriction gauge (replace air filter
as required or when air filter restriction gauge indicates)
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
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