2009 FORD SUPER DUTY coolant

SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
Frequent or extended idling (over 10 minutes per hour of normal driving)
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km)Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth and inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or
6 monthsInspect and lubricate U-joints
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km),
3 months or 200 hours of engine
operation (whichever comes first)Change engine oil and replace filter
Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km),
6 months or 400 hours of engine
operation (whichever comes first)Change engine-mounted fuel filter and chassis-mounted
(HFCM) fuel filter
Every 20,000 miles (32,000 km) or
800 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)Check the Nitrite level of the coolant using Fleetguard

DCA4 Test Strip Kit CC2602A to determine if recharge is
required. If the Nitrite level is above 800 ppm no action
is required. If the Nitrite level is 800 ppm or lower add
32 fl. oz. (946 mL). of Supplemental Coolant Additive
Motorcraft VC-8 or equivalent.
Every 40,000 miles (64,000 km) or
1600 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)Check the Nitrite level of the coolant using Fleetguard

DCA4 Test Strip Kit CC2602A to determine if recharge is
required. If the Nitrite level is above 800 ppm no action
is required. If the Nitrite level is 800 ppm or lower add
32 fl. oz. (946 mL). of Supplemental Coolant Additive
Motorcraft VC-8 or equivalent.
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or
2400 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)Flush & refill engine coolant (refer to Motorcraft Premium
Gold Engine Coolant Change Record) – Do not add
Supplemental Coolant Additive
Note:For vehicles that operate under severe service conditions such as
frequent or extended idle (over 10 minutes per hour of normal driving),
maintenance requirements need to be adjusted. This needs to be
considered when determining vehicle service intervals.
Note:When adding supplemental coolant additive, do not exceed the
specified maximum of 32 fl. oz. (946 mL). Operating the engine with
excessive supplemental coolant additive can cause severe engine
damage.
2009 Econoline(eco)
Supplement, 1st Printing
USA(fus)
Scheduled Maintenance: F-Super Duty
90

Frequent low speed operation, consistent heavy traffic less than 25 mph
(40 km/h) and/or long rush hour traffic
Every 5,000 (8,000 km) milesRotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth and inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise
Check air filter restriction gauge (replace air filter as
required or when air filter restriction gauge indicates)
Inspect brake system pads and rotors
Inspect and lubricate steering and suspension ball joints
and tie rod ends (if equipped with zerk fittings)
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km),
6 months or 200 hours of engine
operation (whichever comes first)Change engine oil and replace filter
Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km),
6 months or 400 hours of engine
operation (whichever comes first)Change engine-mounted fuel filter and chassis-mounted
(HFCM) fuel filter
Every 20,000 miles (32,000 km) or
800 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)Check the Nitrite level of the coolant using Fleetguard

DCA4 Test Strip Kit CC2602A to determine if recharge is
required. If the Nitrite level is above 800 ppm no action
is required. If the Nitrite level is 800 ppm or lower add
32 fl. oz. (946 mL). of Supplemental Coolant Additive
Motorcraft VC-8 or equivalent.
Every 40,000 miles (64,000 km) or
1600 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)Check the Nitrite level of the coolant using Fleetguard

DCA4 Test Strip Kit CC2602A to determine if recharge is
required. If the Nitrite level is above 800 ppm no action
is required. If the Nitrite level is 800 ppm or lower add
32 fl. oz. (946 mL). of Supplemental Coolant Additive
Motorcraft VC-8 or equivalent.
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km)Change transfer case fluid (4x4 only)
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or
2400 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)Flush & refill engine coolant (refer to Motorcraft Premium
Gold Engine Coolant Change Record) – Do not add
Supplemental Coolant Additive
Note:When adding supplemental coolant additive, do not exceed the
specified maximum of 32 fl. oz. (946 mL). Operating the engine with
excessive supplemental coolant additive can cause severe engine
damage.
2009 Econoline(eco)
Supplement, 1st Printing
USA(fus)
Scheduled Maintenance: F-Super Duty
92

Towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km)Check air filter restriction gauge (replace air filter as
required or when air filter restriction gauge indicates)
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth and inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise
Inspect brake system pads and rotors
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or
6 monthsChange engine oil and replace filter
Inspect and lubricate U-joints
Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or
400 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)Change engine-mounted fuel filter and chassis-mounted
(HFCM) fuel filter
Every 20,000 miles (32,000 km) or
800 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)Check the Nitrite level of the coolant using Fleetguard

DCA4 Test Strip Kit CC2602A to determine if recharge is
required. If the Nitrite level is above 800 ppm no action
is required. If the Nitrite level is 800 ppm or lower add
32 fl. oz. (946 mL). of Supplemental Coolant Additive
Motorcraft VC-8 or equivalent.
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)Replace wheel bearing grease and grease seals on 4x2
wheel bearings (if non-sealed bearings)
Every 40,000 miles (64,000 km) or
1600 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)Check the Nitrite level of the coolant using Fleetguard

DCA4 Test Strip Kit CC2602A to determine if recharge is
required. If the Nitrite level is above 800 ppm no action
is required. If the Nitrite level is 800 ppm or lower add
32 fl. oz. (946 mL). of Supplemental Coolant Additive
Motorcraft VC-8 or equivalent.
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km)Change transfer case fluid (4x4 only)
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or
2400 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)Flush & refill engine coolant (refer to Motorcraft Premium
Gold Engine Coolant Change Record) – Do not add
Supplemental Coolant Additive
As requiredChange manual transmission fluid
Note:When adding supplemental coolant additive, do not exceed the
specified maximum of 32 fl. oz. (946 mL). Operating the engine with
excessive supplemental coolant additive can cause severe engine
damage.
2009 Econoline(eco)
Supplement, 1st Printing
USA(fus)
Scheduled Maintenance: F-Super Duty
95

Sustained high-speed driving at Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (maximum
loaded weight for vehicle operation)
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or
6 monthsChange engine oil and replace filter
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km)Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth and inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise
Inspect and lubricate steering and suspension ball joints
and tie rod ends (if equipped with zerk fittings)
Inspect brake system pads and rotors
Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or
400 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)Change engine-mounted fuel filter and chassis-mounted
(HFCM) fuel filter
Every 20,000 miles (32,000 km) or
800 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)Check the Nitrite level of the coolant using Fleetguard

DCA4 Test Strip Kit CC2602A to determine if recharge is
required. If the Nitrite level is above 800 ppm no action
is required. If the Nitrite level is 800 ppm or lower add
32 fl. oz. (946 mL). of Supplemental Coolant Additive
Motorcraft VC-8 or equivalent.
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)Replace wheel bearing grease and grease seals on 4x2
wheel bearings (if non-sealed bearings)
Every 40,000 miles (64,000 km) or
1600 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)Check the Nitrite level of the coolant using Fleetguard

DCA4 Test Strip Kit CC2602A to determine if recharge is
required. If the Nitrite level is above 800 ppm no action
is required. If the Nitrite level is 800 ppm or lower add
32 fl. oz. (946 mL). of Supplemental Coolant Additive
Motorcraft VC-8 or equivalent.
Every 50,000 miles (80,000 km)Change rear axle lubricant (if equipped with a Dana rear
axle, some F-350s, all 450–550)
Every 50,000 miles (80,000 km)Change transfer case fluid (4x4 only)
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or
2400 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)Flush & refill engine coolant (refer to Motorcraft Premium
Gold Engine Coolant Change Record) – Do not add
Supplemental Coolant Additive
Note:When adding supplemental coolant additive, do not exceed the
specified maximum of 32 fl. oz. (946 mL). Operating the engine with
excessive supplemental coolant additive can cause severe engine
damage.
2009 Econoline(eco)
Supplement, 1st Printing
USA(fus)
Scheduled Maintenance: F-Super Duty
96

Date:
Odometer reading:
R.O.#Dealer’s Stamp:
See corresponding mileage in maintenance schedule for services performed.
MOTORCRAFT PREMIUM GOLD COOLANT CHANGE RECORD
(E-SERIES ONLY)
Current mileage goes here =>
Add 45,000 miles to the current miles + 45,000
Next change due at this mileage =>
Or
Today’s date goes here =>
Add3years +00/00/03
Date of next change =>
whichever comes firstDealer Stamp
P & A CODE
R.O.#
Current mileage goes here =>
Add 45,000 miles to the current miles + 45,000
Next change due at this mileage =>
Or
Today’s date goes here =>
Add3years +00/00/03
Date of next change =>
whichever comes firstDealer Stamp
P & A CODE
R.O.#
Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant
❑6 years or 105,000 miles (170,000 km) - change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (whichever comes first)❑After initial change - change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant every 3 years or 45,000 miles (72,000 km)
2009 Econoline(eco)
Supplement, 1st Printing
USA(fus)
Scheduled Maintenance: Special Information
101

Current mileage goes here =>
Add 45,000 miles to the current miles + 45,000
Next change due at this mileage =>
Or
Today’s date goes here =>
Add3years +00/00/03
Date of next change =>
whichever comes firstDealer Stamp
P & A CODE
R.O.#
Current mileage goes here =>
Add 45,000 miles to the current miles + 45,000
Next change due at this mileage =>
Or
Today’s date goes here =>
Add3years +00/00/03
Date of next change =>
whichever comes firstDealer Stamp
P & A CODE
R.O.#
MOTORCRAFT PREMIUM GOLD COOLANT CHANGE RECORD
(F-SUPER DUTY ONLY)
Current mileage goes here =>
Add 50,000 miles to the current miles + 50,000
Next change due at this mileage =>
Or
Today’s date goes here =>
Add3years +00/00/03
Date of next change =>
whichever comes firstDealer Stamp
P & A CODE
R.O.#
Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant
❑6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km) - change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (whichever comes first)❑After initial change - change Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km)
2009 Econoline(eco)
Supplement, 1st Printing
USA(fus)
Scheduled Maintenance: Special Information
102