2011 FORD SUPER DUTY automatic transmission fluid

Miles (x 1,000) 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 67.5 75
Kilometers (x 1,000) 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120
Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60
Change engine oil and filter• •••••••••
Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread
depth. Vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels
should only rotate if unusual wear is observed.• •••••••••
Inspect the wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag• •••••••••
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)• •••••••••
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if
equipped with a dipstick). Consult dealer for
requirements.•••••
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake
linings, hoses and parking brake•••••
Inspect engine cooling system concentration and
hoses•••••
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields•••••
Inspect front axle and U-joints; lubricate if equipped
with grease fittings (4WD vehicles)•••••
Inspect half-shaft boots (if equipped)•••••
Inspect and lubricate steering linkage, ball joints,
suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints•••••
Torque the rear U-bolts (Transit Connect)•••••
Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped)• ••••
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
420
2011 F-250/350/450/550(f23)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA(fus)

Miles (x 1,000) 82.5 90 97.5 105 112.5 120 127.5 135 142.5 150
Kilometers (x 1,000) 132 144 156 168 180 192 204 216 228 240
Months 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120
Change engine oil and filter• •••••••••
Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread
depth. Vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels
should only rotate if unusual wear is observed.• •••••••••
Inspect the wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag• •••••••••
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)• •••••••••
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if
equipped with a dipstick). Consult dealer for
requirements.•••••
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake
linings, hoses and parking brake•••••
Inspect engine cooling system concentration and
hoses•••••
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields•••••
Inspect front axle and U-joints; lubricate if equipped
with grease fittings (4WD vehicles)•••••
Inspect half-shaft boots (if equipped)•••••
Inspect and lubricate steering linkage, ball joints,
suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints•••••
Torque the rear U-bolts (Transit Connect)•••••
Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped)• ••••
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
421
2011 F-250/350/450/550(f23)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA(fus)

Every 15,000 miles
(24,000 km)Replace cabin air filter (if equipped)
Every 30,000 miles
(48,000 km)Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if
equipped)
Replace engine air filter
Replace fuel filter (Ranger)
Every 60,000 miles
(96,000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid and filter
on TorqShifttransmission. Consult dealer for
requirements.
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease
seal on 4x2 vehicles (if non-sealed bearings
are used)
Every 105,000 miles
(168,000 km)Change engine coolant
1
Change manual transmission fluid (all trucks
except Escape)
Change rear axle fluid (Dana axles)
Replace spark plugs
Inspect accessory drive belt(s)
2
Every 150,000 miles
(240,000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid and filter
(filter not required on 6F35, 6F50 and AWF-21
transmissions) except TorqShifttransmission.
Consult dealer for requirements.
Change front axle fluid (4WD vehicles)
Change manual transmission fluid
Change rear axle fluid on all rear-wheel drive
(RWD) vehicles
Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles)
Replace accessory drive belt(s) if not replaced
within the last 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
Replace front wheel bearings and seals on 4x2
vehicles (if non-sealed bearings are used)
1Initial replacement at 105,000 miles (160,000 km) or 72 months; every
45,000 miles (80,000 km) or 36 months thereafter
2Perform a follow-up inspection at 120,000 miles (192,000 km)
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
422
2011 F-250/350/450/550(f23)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA(fus)

SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS
If you operate your Ford/Lincoln/Mercury vehicleprimarilyin one of the
more demandingSpecial Operating Conditionslisted below, you will
need to have some items maintained more frequently. If you only
occasionallyoperate your vehicle under these conditions, it is not
necessary to perform the additional maintenance. For specific
recommendations, see your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership service
advisor or technician.
Towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier
Inspect frequently, service as
required.– Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
– See axle maintenance items under
Exceptions.
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km)– Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
– Inspect the wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or
6 months– Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
– Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)– Change automatic transmission fluid (not required on
6R80 or TorqShifttransmissions).
– Replace wheel bearing grease and grease seals on 4x2
front wheel bearings (if non-sealed bearings are used).
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km)– Change transfer case fluid.
– Change manual transmission fluid.
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
426
2011 F-250/350/450/550(f23)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA(fus)

Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances as in heavy
commercial use such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery
Inspect frequently, service as
required– Replace cabin air filter (if equipped).
– Replace engine air filter.
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km)– Inspect brake system.
– Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
– Inspect the wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
– Lubricate control arm and steering ball joints (if
equipped with grease fittings).
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or
6 months– Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km),
6 months or 200 hours of engine
operation– Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km)– Replace fuel filter (Ranger).
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)– Change automatic transmission fluid (not required on
6R80 or TorqShifttransmissions).
– Replace wheel bearing grease and grease seals on 4x2
front wheel bearings (if non-sealed bearings are used).
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km)– Replace spark plugs.
– Change transfer case fluid.
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
427
2011 F-250/350/450/550(f23)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA(fus)

Operating in dusty conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads
Inspect frequently, service as
required– Replace cabin air filter (if equipped).
– Replace engine air filter.
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km)– Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
– Inspect the wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or
6 months– Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
– Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km)– Replace fuel filter (Ranger).
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)– Change automatic transmission fluid (not required on
6R80 or TorqShifttransmissions).
– Replace wheel bearing grease and grease seals on 4x2
front wheel bearings (if non-sealed bearings are used).
Every 50,000 miles (80,000 km)– Change manual transmission fluid.
– Change rear axle lubricant (E-450 and F-450/550
only).
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km)– Change transfer case fluid.
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
428
2011 F-250/350/450/550(f23)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA(fus)

Off-road operation
Inspect frequently, service as
required– Replace cabin air filter (if equipped).
– Replace engine air filter.
– Inspect and lubricate steering linkage ball joints and
U-joints (if equipped with grease fittings).
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or
6 months– Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
– Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
– Inspect the wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)– Change automatic transmission fluid (not required on
6R80 or TorqShifttransmissions).
– Replace wheel bearing grease and grease seals on 4x2
front wheel bearings (if non-sealed bearings are used).
Every 50,000 miles (80,000 km)– Change manual transmission fluid.
– Change rear axle lubricant (E-450 and F-450/550
only).
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km)– Change transfer case fluid.
Exclusive use of E85 (Flex Fuel Vehicles only)
Every oil change– If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with
regular unleaded fuel.
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
429
2011 F-250/350/450/550(f23)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA(fus)

A
Accessory delay ........................103
AdvanceTrac ..............................268
Air cleaner filter .......394–395, 399
Air conditioning ....................78, 81
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................78
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................176, 180, 182
and child safety seats ............177
description ..............176, 180, 182
disposal ....................................190
driver airbag ............178, 181, 183
indicator light .........................185
operation .................178, 181, 183
passenger airbag .....178, 181, 183
passenger deactivation
switch ......................................186
side airbag ...............................180
Ambulance packages ....................7
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................370
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................265
Anti-theft system ..............146, 148
arming the system ..........147, 149
disarming a triggered
system .....................................149
triggering .................................149
Audio system
(see Radio) ............................60, 62
Automatic transmission ............283
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................281
fluid, adding ............................391
fluid, checking ........................391
fluid, refill capacities ..............400
Selectshift (SST) ....................286Auxiliary Input Jack ...................69
Auxiliary power point ...............100
Axle
refill capacities ........................400
B
Battery .......................................368
acid, treating emergencies .....368
jumping a disabled battery ....340
maintenance-free ....................368
replacement, specifications ...399
servicing ..................................368
Bed extender ............................123
Belt-Minder.............................172
Booster seats .............................207
Brakes ........................................265
anti-lock ...................................265
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................266
fluid, checking and adding ....391
fluid, refill capacities ..............400
parking ....................................266
shift interlock ..........................279
trailer .......................................251
Bulbs ............................................91
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....400
Car2UHome Automation
System .......................................115
Cassette tape player ...................60
Cell phone use ............................10
Changing a tire .........................323
Child safety seats ......................195
attaching with tether straps ..202
in front seat ....................195, 202
Index
435
2011 F-250/350/450/550(f23)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA(fus)