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FACTORY AUTHORIZED SYSTEMS CHECKS
In the event that your vehicle experiences a component related concern,
please contact your Ford dealership. The Ford Motor Company Trained
Technicians who work at Ford dealerships are specifically trained to
understand your vehicle.
A proper repair begins with a thorough system check. A Factory
Authorized Systems Check can ONLY be found at a Ford dealership. In
some circumstances, the technician may need to request your
authorization to perform additional operations to determine the final
diagnosis. The technician’s goal is to ensure that your vehicle is fixed
right the first time, at the best value to you.
The following list represents several of the Factory Authorized Systems
Checks available at a participating Ford dealers:
•Air Conditioning
•Check Engine Light
•All Wheel Drive and 4x4
•Automatic Transmission
•Engine Cooling and Cabin Heating
•Steering and Suspension
•Charge/Start/Battery
•Wheel Alignment
•Anti-Lock Brake System
EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM
To ensure the emissions control systems operate effectively, you should
have the services listed in the maintenance schedule performed at the
specified time and mileage/km intervals. You should avoid running out of
fuel or turning off the ignition while the vehicle is in motion, especially
at high speeds.
WARNING:Because of high engine compartment and exhaust
system temperatures resulting from emissions equipment, do not
park, idle or operate your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground
cover where the possibility of ground fire exists.
Do not make unauthorized modifications to the engine or vehicle.
Modifications causing increased amounts of unburned fuel to reach the
exhaust system can significantly increase the temperature of the engine
compartment and/or the exhaust system.
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Daily owner checks
EngineCheck the air filter restriction gauge.
Check the engine oil.
Inspect the coolant level
Brake systemCheck the air brake system reservoir
automatic drain valve operation.
Drain the air brake system reservoir -
manual valve.
Transmission systemVisually check the automatic
transmission for fluid leakage.
Steering systemCheck 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 change
Engine systemCheck the engine cooling system -
hoses, clamps and protection*.
Inspect the drive belts.
Exhaust systemInspect 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 systemTighten the front and rear spring
U-bolts to the specified torque.
Driveline and rear axle
systemLubricate the U-joints and the slip
yoke.
Brake systemLube the air brake foot control valve,
hinge and roller.
Inspect the drum brake linings
through the inspection holes.
Lubricate the brake camshafts (air
brakes only).
Lubricate the brake slack adjuster (air
brakes only).
Lubricate rear caliper slide rails.
Inspect the disc brake pads and the
piston boots (hydraulic brakes only).
Clutch systemLubricate the clutch release cross
shaft and all linkages.
Check the clutch fluid.
Fuel systemDrain the accumulated water or
sediment from the fuel tank(s).
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Check every oil change
Steering systemLubricate 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 specifications as listed in your
engine operator’s manual. See the engine manufacturer’s operating
guide for supplemental corrosion inhibitor specifications.
In addition to the items to be performed daily or at each oil change, the
following need to be completed as specified:
GENERAL MAINTENANCE SERVICES
The following are vehicle checks that should be made periodically either
by the owner or a qualified technician. It is recommended that
deficiencies be brought to the attention of your dealer or another
qualified service outlet as soon as possible in order that advice regarding
the need for service or replacement can be obtained.
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
(1),(2)
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.
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Maintenance Operation Frequency - Observation
Check the engine performance
and the engine governorExcessive engine noise.
Inspect the fan, the fan shroud,
and the fan clutchEngine overheats, fan 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 and the air filter) for
loose fitting, damaged or
missing componentsExcessive noise emanates from the
engine compartment.
Inspect the tires and check the
air pressure
(3)Poor steering, wandering or excessive
tire wear.
Balance the wheels and the
tiresVibration or abnormal tire wear
indicates imbalance.
Check the front end alignment
(3)Poor steering, wandering or excessive
tire wear.
Check the transmission and
engine mountings
(2)Hard shifting or excessive vibration.
Check and adjust transmission
controls
(2)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.
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ON-HIGHWAY - 60,000 MILES (96,000 KM) OR MORE ANNUALLY (Continued)
(Miles, kilometers or months - whichever occurs first)
Miles (x 1000) 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150
Kilometers (x 1000) 24 48 72 96 120 144 168 192 216 240
Months 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30
Driveshaft SPL
U-joint - lubricate Every 100,000 miles (160,000 km) or six months, whichever
comes first
Driveshaft non-SPL
U-joint and slip joint - lubricate Every 10,000–15,000 miles (16,000–24,000 km) or three months,
whichever comes first
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
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ON-HIGHWAY - 60,000 MILES (96,000 KM) OR MORE ANNUALLY (Continued)
(Miles, kilometers or months - whichever occurs first)
Miles (x 1000) 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150
Kilometers (x 1000) 24 48 72 96 120 144 168 192 216 240
Months 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30
Engine - Refer to your engine operator’s manual
Transmission
Automatic 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 500,000 miles (800,000 km);
Converted to synthetic at 250,000 miles (400,000 km)
Rear axle
Fluid level - check••••••••••
Eaton / Dana / Spicer petroleum oil - change••
Eaton / Dana / Spicer synthetic oil - change Factory fill w/synthetic at 500,000 miles (800,000 km);
Converted to synthetic at 250,000 miles (400,000 km) or three
years
Cab components
Door hinges / Latches / Strikers - lubricate, check link••
Door lock cylinders - lubricate••
Seat adjuster slides - lubricate••
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ON-HIGHWAY - 60,000 MILES (96,000 KM) OR MORE ANNUALLY (Continued)
(Miles, kilometers or months - whichever occurs first)
Miles (x 1000) 165 180 195 210 225 240 255 270 285 300
Kilometers (x 1000) 264 288 312 336 360 384 408 432 456 480
Months 33 36 39 42 45 48 51 54 57 60
Driveshaft SPL
U-joint - lubricate Every 100,000 miles (160,000 km) or six months, whichever
comes first
Driveshaft non-SPL
U-joint and slip joint - lubricate Every 10,000–15,000 miles (16,000–24,000 km) or three months,
whichever comes first
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
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