2012 FORD F650 oil change interval

Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climates should use a 50/50
mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling system
and engine protection.
Fan clutches
Your vehicle’s cooling system is equipped with a viscous fan clutch
which:
•Helps control cooling, increase performance, improve fuel economy
and reduce noise.
•Is controlled by bimetallic spring sensors. Do not tamper with these
sensors as this may change their calibration or keep the fan clutch
from operating at all.
WARNING:Stay clear of the fan/fan area while the engine is
running or possible personal injury may occur.
ENGINE COOLANT (GAS ENGINE ONLY)
Checking engine coolant
The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at the
intervals listed in your scheduled maintenance information. The coolant
concentration should be maintained at 50/50 coolant and distilled water.
For best results, coolant concentration should be tested with a
refractometer such as Rotunda tool 300-ROB75240E available from your
dealer. Ford does not recommend the use of hydrometers or coolant test
strips for measuring coolant concentration. The level of coolant should
be maintained at the FULL COLD level or within the COLD FILL RANGE
in the coolant reservoir. If the level falls below, add coolant per the
instructions in theAdding engine coolantsection.
Your vehicle was factory-filled with a 50/50 engine coolant and water
concentration. If the concentration of coolant falls below 40% or above
60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly.A
50/50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following:
•Improved freeze protection.
•Improved boiling protection.
•Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion.
•Proper function of calibrated gauges.
When the engine is cold, check the level of the engine coolant in the
reservoir.
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM INSPECTIONS
Periodically inspect electrical connectors on the outside of the cab, and
on the engine and frame for corrosion and tightness. Exposed terminals
such as the fuel sender, cranking motor, alternator and feed-through
studs should be cleaned and re-coated with a lubricant sealing grease
such as MotorcraftSilicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectic
Compound XG-3, or equivalent. This should include the ground cable
connector for batteries, engine and cab as well as the jump starting stud.
Accessory feed connections
Vehicle electrical systems are complex and often include powertrain
components such as engine and transmission controls, instrument panels,
ABS, etc. While most systems operate on battery voltage (12 volts),
some systems can be as high as 90 volts or as low as 5 volts. Refer to the
Electrical Circuit Diagram Manuals, available from your vehicle’s
manufacturer, to ensure that any additional body lights and accessories
are connected to circuits that are both appropriate and not overloaded.
No modification should be made to any vehicle control system without
first contacting your dealer.
SUSPENSION INSPECTION
Note:Do not adjust air suspension height to any setting other than the
specified setting. Altering the height setting changes the driveline angle
and may result in unwarrantable component damage, such as
transmission component damage.
Verify drive axle air suspension height and height control valve
performance at engine oil change intervals.
Periodically check:
•
Condition of spring leaves for evidence of fatigue, bending or breakage.
•Condition of suspension mounting brackets and bushings.
•Torque rod mounting fasteners for tightness.
•For proper suspension alignment; this must be maintained at all times.
•U-bolts after the chassis has been operating under load for 1,000 miles
(1,600 km) or six months (whichever comes first), the U-bolt nuts
must be re-torqued. The U-bolt nuts must be re-torqued every
36,000 miles (58,000 km) thereafter. The U-bolt and nut threads and
seats should be cleaned and lubricated to ensure a “like new”
condition when re-torquing.
Note:See theU-bolt nut torquechart later in this section.
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Chemicals or additives not approved by Ford are not required for factory
recommended maintenance. In fact, Ford Motor Company recommends
against the use of such additive products unless specifically
recommended by Ford for a particular application.
Oils, Fluids and Flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is a normal operating characteristic
and, by itself, does not necessarily indicate a concern or that the fluid
needs to be changed. However, discolored fluids that also show signs of
overheating and/or foreign material contamination should be inspected
immediately by a qualified expert such as the factory-trained technicians
at your dealership. Your vehicle’s oils and fluids should be changed at the
specified intervals or in conjunction with a repair. Flushing is a viable
way to change fluid for many vehicle sub-systems during scheduled
maintenance. It is critical that systems are flushed only with new fluid
that is the same as that required to fill and operate the system, or using
a Ford-approved flushing chemical.
OWNER CHECKS AND SERVICES
Certain basic maintenance checks and inspections should be performed
by the owner or a service technician at the intervals indicated. Service
information and supporting specifications are provided in this owner’s
guide.
Any adverse condition should be brought to the attention of your dealer
or qualified service technician as soon as possible for the proper service
advice. The owner maintenance service checks are generally not covered
by warranties so you may be charged for labor, parts or fluids used.
Daily owner checks
EngineAir filter restriction gauge
Engine oil level
Engine coolant level
Brake systemAir brake reservoir automatic drain valve
operation
Drain the air brake reservoir (manual valve)
TransmissionVisually check for fluid leakage
Steering systemPower steering pump fluid level and check the
system for leaks
Entire vehicle for evidence of fluid leaks
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Maintenance
Instructions for maintenance and service of the noise control system
have been included in the required maintenance services and in the
general maintenance section. To further help minimize noise emissions
degradation throughout the life of the vehicle, Ford Motor Company
recommends that this vehicle should be operated in the manner
described within this owner guide. Caution should be exercised by the
owner when installing replacement parts to be sure that a tampering act
(as outlined above) is not committed. Note any inspection and service
performed in the maintenance log.
Emissions information label
Emissions information appears on the Important Engine Information
decal located on or near the engine.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICES
Maintenance service adjustments must conform to specifications
contained in this manual, and those shown on the Important Engine
Information decal. The following services are to be performed at
scheduled intervals because they are considered essential to the life and
performance of your vehicle. Ford recommends that you perform
maintenance on all designated items to achieve best vehicle operation.
Maintenance intervals are provided for three types of general vehicle
environments: On-Highway, City and Severe Service. In all applications,
the actual interval is determined by monitoring miles (kilometers) and
time and when the engine is due for an oil change. When the engine oil
change is required prior to the truck lubrication interval, it is
recommended that the lubrication be performed at the same time in
order to reduce your vehicle’s time out of service.
•On-Highway:60,000 miles (96,000 km) or more annually.
•City:60,000 miles (96,000 km) or fewer annually.
•Severe Service:20,000 miles (32,000 km) or fewer annually on/off
road in dirty conditions.
Scheduled maintenance beyond 100,000 miles (160,000 km) should be
continued as before 100,000 miles (160,000 km).
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Maintenance intervals
ON-HIGHWAY - 60,000 MILES (96,000 KM) OR MORE ANNUALLY
(Miles, kilometers or months - whichever occurs first)
Miles (x 1,000) 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150
Kilometers (x 1,000) 24 48 72 96 120 144 168 192 216 240
Months 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30
Engine
Engine oil and filter - change (diesel engine) Refer to manufacturer’s recommendation
Engine oil and filter - change (gasoline engine) Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 6 months
Engine coolant - check level••••••••••
Engine coolant - check freeze-protection and additive
strength (corrosion inhibitor) (diesel engine)••••••••••
Extended life engine coolant - add extender (diesel
engine)Refer to manufacturer’s recommendation
Extended life engine coolant - replace (diesel engine) Refer to manufacturer’s recommendation
Engine coolant - replace (gasoline engine) Initial change at 6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
(whichever occurs first); every 3 years or 50,000 miles
(80,000 km) thereafter
Engine air filter - inspect (gasoline engine)••••••••••
Engine air filter - replace (gasoline engine)•••••
Replace spark plugs••
Inspect accessory drive belt(s) Inspect at 100,000 miles (160,000 km) and 120,000 miles
(192,000 km); replace at 150,000 (240,000 km) miles if not
replaced in the last 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
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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 1,000) 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150
Kilometers (x 1,000) 24 48 72 96 120 144 168 192 216 240
Months 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30
Driveshaft
U-joint - lubricate (SPL) Every 100,000 miles (160,000 km) or 6 months
U-joint and slip joint - lubricate (non-SPL) Every 10,000–15,000 miles (16,000–24,000 km) or 3 months
Clutch
Release bearing/shafts/forks - lubricate••••••••••
Transmission
Automatic and Auto-shift Refer to transmission operator’s manual
Eaton-Fuller manual - petroleum oil - change••
Eaton-Fuller manual - synthetic oil - change At 500,000 miles (800,000 km) if factory-filled with synthetic
At 250,000 miles (400,000 km) if converted to synthetic
Non-Eaton-Fuller manual - check level••••••••••
Rear axle
Eaton/Dana/Spicer - check level••••••••••
Eaton/Dana/Spicer - petroleum oil - change••
Eaton/Dana/Spicer - synthetic oil - change At 500,000 miles (800,000 km) if factory-filled with synthetic
At 250,000 miles (400,000 km) or 3 years if converted to
synthetic
Meritor - check level Every 25,000 miles (40,000 km) or fleet maintenance interval
Meritor - filter change Every 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
Meritor - petroleum oil - change Every 100,000 miles (160,000 km) or annually
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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 1,000) 165 180 195 210 225 240 255 270 285 300
Kilometers (x 1,000) 264 288 312 336 360 384 408 432 456 480
Months 33 36 39 42 45 48 51 54 57 60
Driveshaft
U-joint - lubricate (SPL) Every 100,000 miles (160,000 km) or 6 months
U-joint and slip joint - lubricate (non-SPL) Every 10,000–15,000 miles (16,000–24,000 km) or 3 months
Clutch
Release bearing/shafts/fork - lubricate••••••••••
Transmission
Automatic and Auto-shift Refer to transmission operator’s manual
Eaton-Fuller manual - petroleum oil - change•••
Eaton-Fuller manual - synthetic oil - change Factory fill w/synthetic at 500,000 miles (800,000 km);
Converted to synthetic at 250,000 miles (400,000 km)
Non-Eaton-Fuller manual - check level••••••••••
Rear axle
Eaton/Dana/Spicer - check level••••••••••
Eaton/Dana/Spicer - petroleum oil - change•••
Eaton/Dana/Spicer - synthetic oil - change At 500,000 miles (800,000 km) if factory-filled with synthetic
At 250,000 miles (400,000 km) or 3 years if converted to
synthetic
Meritor - check level Every 25,000 miles (40,000 km), or fleet maintenance interval
Meritor - filter change Every 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
Meritor - petroleum oil - change Every 100,000 miles (160,000 km) or annually
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CITY - 60,000 MILES (96,000 KM) OR FEWER ANNUALLY (Continued)
(Miles, kilometers or months - whichever occurs first)
Miles (x 1,000) 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
Kilometers (x 1,000) 16 32 48 64 80 96 112 128 144 160
Months 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30
Driveshaft
U-joint - lubricate (SPL) Every 25,000 miles (40,000 km) or 6 months, whichever comes
first
U-joint and slip joint - lubricate (non-SPL) Every 5,000–8,000 miles (8,000 km-12,000 km) or 3 months,
whichever comes first
Clutch
Release bearing/shafts/forks - lubricate••••••••••
Transmission
Automatic and Auto-shift Refer to transmission operator’s manual
Eaton-Fuller manual - petroleum oil - change••
Non-Eaton-Fuller manual - check level••••••••••
Rear axle
Eaton/Dana/Spicer - check level••••••••••
Eaton/Dana/Spicer - petroleum oil - change••
Meritor - check level Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km), once a month or fleet
maintenance interval, whichever comes first
Meritor - filter change Every 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
Meritor - petroleum oil - change Every 50,000 miles (80,000 km) or annually, whichever comes
first
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