2012 FORD SUPER DUTY fuel cap

To change the engine oil and oil filter:
1. Unscrew the oil filter and oil pan drain plug and wait for the oil to drain.
Note:The oil pan drain plug only requires 1/4 turn to removal/install. A
3/8 inch socket drive may be used to assist with removal/installation, but be
careful not to over-tighten the plug during installation.
2. Replace the filter.
3. Reinstall the oil pan drain plug.
4. Refill the engine with new oil. For the proper capacity, see
Maintenance product specifications and capacitiesin this chapter.
5. Reset the Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™. SeeMessage centerin the
Instrument Clusterchapter for more information.
WARNING:Do not handle a hot oil filter with bare hands.
WARNING:Continuous contact with used motor oil has caused
cancer in laboratory mice. Protect your skin by washing with
soap and water.
Engine lubrication for severe service operation
The following conditions define severe operation for which engine
operation with SAE 5W-40 API CJ-4 is recommended. Oil and oil filter
change intervals will be determined by the Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™
as noted previously.
•
frequent or extended idling (over 10 minutes per hour of normal driving)
•low-speed operation/stationary use
•if vehicle is operated in sustained ambient temperatures below -10°F
(-23°C) or above 100°F (38°C)
•frequent low-speed operation, consistent heavy traffic less than
25 mph (40 km/h)
•operating in severe dust conditions
•operating the vehicle off road
•towing a trailer over 1,000 miles (1,600 km)
•sustained, high-speed driving at Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(maximum loaded weight for vehicle operation)
•
use of fuels with sulfur content other than ultra-low sulfur diesel (ULSD)
•use of high-sulfur diesel fuel
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Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number /
Ford specification or
specification
Engine oil (includes
filter change)13.0 quarts
(12.4L)•MotorcraftMotor Oil
10W30 Super Duty
•MotorcraftMotor Oil
15W40 Super Duty
•MotorcraftMotor Oil
5W40 Super Duty
•MotorcraftMotor Oil
0W30 Super Duty•XO-10W30–QSD /
WSS-M2C171–E
•XO-15W40-QSD /
WSS-M2C171-E
•XO-5W40-5QSD /
WSS-M2C171-E
•CXO-0W30-LAS12 /
WSS-M2C171-D
Diesel Exhaust Fluid
(DEF) — Pick-up5 gallons (18.9L)
MotorcraftDiesel
Exhaust FluidPM-27-G /
WSS-M99C130-A
Diesel Exhaust Fluid
(DEF) — Chassis Cab6 gallons (22.7L)
Cetane Booster &
Performance Improver—MotorcraftCetane
Booster & Performance
ImproverPM-22-A (US)
PM-22-B (Canada) /
—
Anti-Gel &
Performance Improver—MotorcraftAnti-Gel &
Performance ImproverPM-23-A (US)
PM-23-B (Canada) /
—
Fuel tank — Pick up
regular cab long box
and all short box26 gallons (98.4L) — —
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Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number /
Ford specification or
specification
Fuel tank — Pick Up
long box (except
regular cab)37.5 gallons
(142.0L)——
Fuel tank — Chassis
cab (midship)28 gallons
(106.0L)——
Fuel tank — Chassis
cab (aft of axle)40 gallons
(151.4L)——
Fuel tank — Dual
tanks40 gallon (151.4L)
and
28 gallon (106.0L)——
Automatic transmission
fluidRefer toOwner’s Guide
* Use only the recommended coolant for topping off and coolant changes. Using any other coolant
may result in vehicle damage.
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Genuine Ford and Motorcraftreplacement parts
Dealerships stock Ford and Motorcraftbranded replacement parts.
These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor Company’s specifications, and
we stand behind them. Maintenance parts installed at your dealership
carry a nationwide, 12 month/12,000 mile (20,000 km) parts and labor
limited warranty. Your dealer can give you details.
Value shopping for your vehicle’s maintenance needs
Your dealership recognizes the competitive landscape of maintenance and
light repair automotive services. With factory-trained technicians, and
one-stop service from routine maintenance like oil changes and tire
rotations to repairs like brake service, check out the value your dealers
can offer.
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 theOwner’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.
Maximum oil change interval
Normal schedule As indicated by the message center (do not
exceed one year or 10,000 miles [16,000 km])
Special operating
conditionsRefer toSpecial operating conditionslater in
this chapter
Maximum fuel filter change interval
Normal schedule 22,500 miles (36,000 km) or as indicated by the
message center (whichever comes first)
Special operating
conditionsRefer toSpecial operating conditionslater in
this chapter
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Engine coolant change interval
Initial change 6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
(whichever comes first), or as indicated from the
coolant tests for concentration (freeze-point) or
additive strength (corrosion inhibitor)
After initial change Every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km), or as
indicated from the coolant tests for concentration
(freeze-point) or additive strength (corrosion
inhibitor)
Use engine coolant specified in theMaintenance product
specifications and capacitiestable in theMaintenance and
Specificationschapter
Refer toSpecial operating conditionslater in this chapter
Check every month
Engine air filter restriction gauge
Fuel filter/water separator; drain if necessary (or if indicated by the
message center)
Holes/Slots in the tail pipe to make sure they are functional and clear
of debris
Retightening lug nuts*
Vehicles with single
rear wheelsRetighten 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).
Vehicles with dual
rear wheelsRetighten 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 specificationsin yourOwner’s Guide
for the proper lug nut torque specification
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A
Additive
coolant .................................48, 65
Air cleaner filter .............11, 50, 64
Air filter restriction gauge .........50
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ..................46
B
Battery
.........................................64
auxiliary battery
.......................64
jumping a disabled battery
......17
Biodiesel
......................................22
Break-in period
.............................3
C
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment
..........18–19
Cold weather operation
..........9, 11
Coolant
..............................5, 46, 65
checking and adding
................46
refill capacities
..........................65
Coolant additive
..........................65
Coolant change
.........45–46, 49, 65
Cooler
............................................5
D
Diesel exhaust fluid
(DEF)
....................................17, 26
Diesel Particulate Filter
(DPF)
..............................54–55, 59E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ............................17
Emission control system .....54–55,
59–60
Engine ..........................................20
cleaning ...............................18–19
coolant .......................................65
diesel .......................................2–3
refill capacities ..........................65
service points ............................20
starting after a collision ...........16
Engine fan .....................................8
Engine oil ....................4, 42–43, 65
dipstick ......................................42
filter, specifications ..................64
refill capacities ..........................65
specifications ......................42, 65
Exhaust brake .............................14
Exhaust filter ........................54–55
Exhaust Fluid ..............................26
Exhaust system ...............26, 54, 59
F
Fan, Engine Cooling .....................8
Filter
fuel .............................................39
Fuel ........................................14, 21
cap .............................................25
capacity .....................................65
dual tank selector switch .........14
filling your vehicle with
fuel .......................................25, 62
filter, specifications ............39, 64
fuel pump shut-off switch .......16
Fuel pump shut-off switch .........16
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Fuel separator .......................37, 39
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ..............25
Gauges ...........................................7
I
Instrument panel
cluster ..........................................6
Intelligent Oil Life Monitor ........43
J
Jump-starting your vehicle ........17
L
Lights, warning and indicator ......6
Low fuel pressure .............3, 22, 38
M
Motorcraftparts ........................64
O
OCR ........................................54–55Oil (see Engine oil) ....................42
P
Parts (see Motorcraftparts) ...64
S
Selective Catalytic Reduction
(SCR) System
.............................26
Special notice
................................2
ambulance conversions
..............2
diesel-powered vehicles
.............2
Speed control
................................5
Starting your vehicle
..........4, 8, 63
jump starting
............................17
T
Towing
trailer towing
............................15
Transmission
lubricant specifications
............65
Troubleshooting
..........................62
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