Coolant change interval
❑6 years or 105,000 miles (168,000 km) - change coolant (whichever comes first) or as indicated from the coolant tests
for concentration (freeze-point) or additive strength (corrosion inhibitor).
❑After initial change - change coolant every 3 years or 45,000 miles (72,000 km) or as indicated from the coolant tests
for concentration (freeze-point) or additive strength (corrosion inhibitor).
❑Use coolant specified in theOwner’s Guideunder theMaintenance and Specificationschapter
❑For special operating conditions, seeSpecial Operating Conditionsat the end of this section
Check every month
❑Check function of all interior and exterior lights❑Check tires for wear and adjust air pressure (including spare tire)
❑Check that holes in the tail-pipe of the exhaust system are clear of debris-the holes/slots are functional
❑Check engine oil level
❑Check windshield washer fluid level
❑Check and drain fuel filter/water separator
❑Check air filter restriction gauge
Check every six months
❑Check lap/shoulder belts and seat latches for wear and function❑Check that externally-mounted spare tire is tight (seeOwner’s Guide)
❑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 engine and secondary cooling system concentration (freeze-point protection), additive strength (corrosion inhibitor),
coolant level and hoses
❑Check battery connections and clean if necessary
Retightening lug nuts
❑On vehicles equipped with single rear wheels, retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 500 miles (800 km) after
any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel removal, etc.).
❑On vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels, retighten the wheel lug nuts to the specified torque at 100 miles (160 km),
and again at 500 miles (800 km) of new vehicle operation and after any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat
tire, wheel removal, etc.).
❑Refer toWheel Lug Nut Torque Specificationin yourOwner’s Guidefor the proper lug nut torque specification.
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Perform the services noted in the following table at the specified
time/mileage (km) period either within 3,000 miles (5,000 km) of the
OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message appearing in the message center or
when the time/mileage (km) reading indicates service is due.
Example #1:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message comes on at
18,751 miles (30,177 km); perform the 22,500 mile (36,000 km) fuel
filter replacement.
Example #2:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message hasnotcome on
but the odometer reads 22,500 miles (36,000 km); perform the fuel filter
replacement. (i.e., Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ was reset at 15,000 miles
[24,000 km].)
Every 15,000 miles
(24,000 km), 600 hours of
engine operation or as
indicated by the instrument
cluster message centerInspect engine and secondary cooling
system concentration (freeze-point
protection), additive strength
(corrosion inhibitor), coolant level and
hoses
Every 22,500 miles
(36,000 km) or as indicated by
the instrument cluster
message center, whichever
comes firstReplace engine- and frame-mounted
fuel filters
At 45,000 miles (72,000 km) Replace air inlet foam filter
1
Every 60,000 miles
(96,000 km)Replace front wheel bearing grease
and grease seal on 4x2 vehicles (if
non-sealed bearings are used)
At 90,000 miles (144,000 km) Inspect accessory drive belt(s)
2
At 100,000 miles (160,000 km) Change rear axle fluid (Dana axles
only; refer toSpecial operating
conditions)
3
At 105,000 miles (168,000 km)
or 72 monthsChange engine coolant and secondary
coolant4
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SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
Frequent or extended idling (over 10 minutes per hour of normal driving)
As required– Change engine oil and replace oil filter as indicated by
message center and perform services as listed in the
Scheduled Maintenance chart.
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km),
6 months, 600 hours of engine
operation, or as indicated by the
message center or instrument
cluster (whichever occurs first)– Change engine- and frame-mounted fuel filters
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or
800 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)– Inspect concentration (freeze-point protection) and
additive strength (corrosion inhibitor) (add engine coolant
additive, 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
Engine Coolant
Change Record)– Do not add engine coolant additive
Perform the services noted in the preceding table at the specified
time/mileage (km) period either within 3,000 miles (5,000 km) of the
OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message appearing in the message center or
when the time/mileage (km) reading indicates service is due.
Example #1:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message comes on at
18,751 miles (30,177 km); perform the 22,500 mile (36,000 km) fuel
filter replacement.
Example #2:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message hasnotcome on
but the odometer reads 22,500 miles (36,000 km); perform the fuel filter
replacement. (i.e., Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ was reset at 15,000 miles
[24,000 km].)
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 48 fl. oz. (1.4L). Operating the engine with
excessive supplemental coolant additive may cause overheating which
could lead to severe permanent engine damage.
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Note:After initial coolant flush and fill at 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or
2400 hours of operation, flush and fill every 45,000 miles (80,000 km) or
1800 hours thereafter.
If vehicle is operated in sustained ambient temperatures below -10°F
(-23°C) or above 100°F (38°C)
As required– Change engine oil and replace oil filter as indicated by
message center and perform services as listed in the
Scheduled Maintenance chart.
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km),
6 months, 600 hours of engine
operation, or as indicated by the
message center or instrument
cluster (whichever occurs first)– Change engine- and frame-mounted fuel filters
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)– Replace wheel bearing grease and grease seals on 4x2
wheel bearings (if non-sealed bearings are used)
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km)– Change transfer case fluid (4x4 only)
Perform the services noted in the preceding table at the specified
time/mileage (km) period either within 3,000 miles (5,000 km) of the
OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message appearing in the message center or
when the time/mileage (km) reading indicates service is due.
Example #1:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message comes on at
18,751 miles (30,177 km); perform the 22,500 mile (36,000 km) fuel
filter replacement.
Example #2:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message hasnotcome on
but the odometer reads 22,500 miles (36,000 km); perform the fuel filter
replacement. (i.e., Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ was reset at 15,000 miles
[24,000 km].)
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Frequent low speed operation, consistent heavy traffic less than 25 mph
(40 km/h) and/or long rush hour traffic
As required– Change engine oil and replace oil filter as indicated by
message center and perform services as listed in the
Scheduled Maintenance chart.
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km),
6 months, 600 hours of engine
operation, or as indicated by the
message center or instrument
cluster (whichever occurs first)– Change engine- and frame-mounted fuel filters
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or
800 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)– Inspect concentration (freeze-point protection) and
additive strength (corrosion inhibitor) (add engine coolant
additive, 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
Engine Coolant
Change Record)– Do not add engine coolant additive
Perform the services noted in the preceding table at the specified
time/mileage (km) period either within 3,000 miles (5,000 km) of the
OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message appearing in the message center or
when the time/mileage (km) reading indicates service is due.
Example #1:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message comes on at
18,751 miles (30,177 km); perform the 22,500 mile (36,000 km) fuel
filter replacement.
Example #2:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message hasnotcome on
but the odometer reads 22,500 miles (36,000 km); perform the fuel filter
replacement. (i.e., Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ was reset at 15,000 miles
[24,000 km].)
Note:When adding supplemental coolant additive, do not exceed the
specified maximum of 48 fl. oz. (1.4L). Operating the engine with
excessive supplemental coolant additive may cause overheating which
could lead to severe permanent engine damage.
Note:After initial coolant flush and fill at 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or
2400 hours of operation, flush and fill every 45,000 miles (80,000 km) or
1800 hours thereafter.
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Frequent low speed operation if vehicle is used for stationary operation
As required– Change engine oil and replace oil filter as indicated by
message center and perform services as listed in the
Scheduled Maintenance chart.
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km),
6 months, 600 hours of engine
operation, or as indicated by the
message center or instrument
cluster (whichever occurs first)– Change engine- and frame-mounted fuel filters
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or
800 hours of engine operation
(whichever comes first)– Inspect concentration (freeze-point protection) and
additive strength (corrosion inhibitor) (add engine coolant
additive, 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
Engine Coolant
Change Record)– Do not add engine coolant additive
Perform the services noted in the preceding table at the specified
time/mileage (km) period either within 3,000 miles (5,000 km) of the
OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message appearing in the message center or
when the time/mileage (km) reading indicates service is due.
Example #1:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message comes on at
18,751 miles (30,177 km); perform the 22,500 mile (36,000 km) fuel
filter replacement.
Example #2:The OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message hasnotcome on
but the odometer reads 22,500 miles (36,000 km); perform the fuel filter
replacement. (i.e., Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ was reset at 15,000 miles
[24,000 km].)
Note:When adding supplemental coolant additive, do not exceed the
specified maximum of 48 fl. oz. (1.4L). 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.
Note:After initial coolant flush and fill at 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or
2400 hours of operation, flush and fill every 45,000 miles (80,000 km) or
1800 hours thereafter.
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Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads
Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km)– Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth and inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise.
Vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels should only rotate
if unusual wear is observed.
– Inspect and lubricate steering and suspension ball joints
and tie rods (if equipped with grease fittings)
– Inspect air filter restriction gauge (replace air filter as
required or when air filter restriction gauge indicates)
– Inspect brake system pads and rotors
Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km),
300 hours of engine operation or
6 months– Change engine oil and replace filter
– Inspect and lubricate U-joints
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km),
6 months, 600 hours of engine
operation, or as indicated by the
message center or instrument
cluster (whichever occurs first)– Change engine- and frame-mounted fuel filters
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)– Replace wheel bearing grease and grease seals on 4x2
wheel bearings (if non-sealed bearings are used)
Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ after each engine oil and filter
change; refer to theInstrument Clusterchapter of theOwner’s Guide.
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Off-road operation
Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km)– Inspect 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.
Vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels should only rotate
if unusual wear is observed.
– Inspect brake system pads and rotors
Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or
300 hours of engine operation– Change engine oil and replace filter
– Inspect and lubricate U-joints
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km),
6 months, 600 hours of engine
operation, or as indicated by the
message center or instrument
cluster (whichever occurs first)– Change engine- and frame-mounted fuel filters
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)– Replace wheel bearing grease and grease seals on 4x2
wheel bearings (if non-sealed bearings are used)
Every 50,000 miles (80,000 km)– Change rear axle lubricant (if equipped with a DANA
rear axle, some F-350s, all 450–550)
– Inspect front axle lubricant (4x4 only)
– Change transfer case fluid (4x4 only)
As required– Inspect and lubricate steering and suspension ball joints
and tie rod ends (if equipped with grease fittings)
– Inspect functional holes in each leg of the twin tip and
the holes under the shield just inboard of the right rear
tire to make sure they are kept clean/clear of debris or
foreign materials (clean/remove debris as required). Refer
to the
Cleaningchapter for more information.
Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ after each engine oil and filter
change; refer to theInstrument Clusterchapter of theOwner’s Guide.
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