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5. Read oil level on both sides of dipstick and use highest level (reading)
for the actual engine oil level.
6. Maintain the oil level between MIN and MAX or the ADD and
OPERATING RANGE on the dipstick by adding oil as required. The
distance from MIN to MAX or ADD to OPERATING RANGE on the
dipstick represents 2.0 quarts (1.9L). Do not overfill. If the oil level
exceeds MAX or OPERATING RANGE, oil consumption may result.
Engine oil specifications
To help achieve acceptable engine performance and durability, it is
important that only engine oils of good quality are used in your diesel
engine and it is changed at the recommended interval. For normal or
severe service, use Motorcraft oil or an equivalent oil conforming to Ford
specification WSS-M2C171–E or API service categories CJ-4 or CJ-4/SM.
It is important to use these oils because they are compatible with the
emission control equipment of your vehicle to meet the more stringent
emission standards.
The use of correct oil viscosities for diesel engines is important for
satisfactory operation. Determine which oil viscosity best suits the
temperature range you expect to encounter for the next service interval
from the following SAE viscosity grade chart.
Maintenance and Specifications
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SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
Towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or
6 monthsChange engine oil and replace filter
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
Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or
400 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)Change engine-mounted fuel filter and chassis-mounted
(FCM) fuel filter
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or
600 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)Check nitrite level for strength (added Supplemental
Coolant Additive VC-8, if required.) Refer to
Engine cooling
systemin theIntroductionchapter
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)Replace wheel bearing grease and grease seals on 4x2
wheel bearings (if non-sealed bearings)
Every 45,000 miles (72,000 km) or
1800 hours of operation (whichever
comes first)Flush & refill engine coolant (refer to Motorcraft 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 may cause overheating which
could lead to severe permanent engine damage.
Scheduled Maintenance: E-Series
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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 (8,000 km),
6 months or 200 hours of engine
operation (whichever comes first)Change engine oil and replace filter
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km)Check air filter restriction gauge (replace air filter as
required or when air filter restriction gauge indicates)
Inspect brake system
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
Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or
400 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)Change engine-mounted fuel filter and chassis-mounted
(FCM) fuel filter
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or
600 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)Check nitrite level for strength (added Supplemental
Coolant Additive VC-8, if required.) Refer to
Engine cooling
systemin theIntroductionchapter
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)Replace wheel bearing grease and grease seals on 4x2
wheel bearings (if non-sealed bearings)
Every 45,000 miles (72,000 km) or
1800 hours of operation (whichever
comes first)Flush & refill engine coolant (refer to Motorcraft 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 may cause overheating which
could lead to severe permanent engine damage.
Scheduled Maintenance: E-Series
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Extensive idling if vehicle is used for stationary operation
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km),
3 months or 200 hours of engine
operation (whichever comes first) if
vehicle is used for stationary
operationChange engine oil and replace filter
Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km),
400 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first) if vehicle is
used for stationary operationChange engine-mounted fuel filter and chassis-mounted
(FCM) fuel filter
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or
600 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)Check nitrite level for strength (added Supplemental
Coolant Additive VC-8, if required.) Refer to
Engine cooling
systemin theIntroductionchapter
Every 45,000 miles (72,000 km) or
1800 hours of operation (whichever
comes first)Flush & refill engine coolant (refer to Motorcraft 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 may cause overheating which
could lead to severe permanent engine damage.
Scheduled Maintenance: E-Series
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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 nitrite level for strength (added Supplemental
Coolant Additive VC-8, if required.) Refer to
Engine cooling
systemin theIntroductionchapter
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or
2400 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)Flush & refill engine coolant (refer to Motorcraft 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 may cause overheating which
could lead to severe permanent engine damage.
Scheduled Maintenance: F-Super Duty
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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 nitrite level for strength (added Supplemental
Coolant Additive VC-8, if required.) Refer to
Engine cooling
systemin theIntroductionchapter
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 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 may cause overheating which
could lead to severe permanent engine damage.
Scheduled Maintenance: F-Super Duty
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Frequent low speed operation if vehicle is used for stationary operation
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km),
3 months or 200 hours of engine
operation (whichever comes first) if
vehicle is used for stationary
operationChange engine oil and replace filter
Every 20,000 miles (32,000 km) or
800 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)Check nitrite level for strength (added Supplemental
Coolant Additive VC-8, if required.) Refer to
Engine cooling
systemin theIntroductionchapter
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 may cause overheating which
could lead to severe permanent engine damage.
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.
Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km)Check air filter restriction gauge (replace air filter as
required or when air filter restriction gauge indicates)
Inspect and lubricate steering and suspension ball joints
and tie rods (if equipped with zerk fittings)
Inspect brake system pads and rotors
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 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 30,000 miles (48,000 km)Replace wheel bearing grease and grease seals on 4x2
wheel bearings (if non-sealed bearings)
Scheduled Maintenance: F-Super Duty
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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 nitrite level for strength (added Supplemental
Coolant Additive VC-8, if required.) Refer to
Engine cooling
systemin theIntroductionchapter
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)Replace wheel bearing grease and grease seals on 4x2
wheel bearings (if non-sealed bearings)
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 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 may cause overheating which
could lead to severe permanent engine damage.
Scheduled Maintenance: F-Super Duty
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