2012 FORD SUPER DUTY service

Operating in dusty conditions (i.e. 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; dual rear wheels should
only be rotated if unusual wear is observed
Inspect brake system pads and rotors
Inspect engine air filter restriction gauge;
replace filter as indicated by gauge
Inspect steering and suspension ball joints and
tie rods; lubricate if equipped with grease
fittings
Every 7,500 miles
(12,000 km), 6 months
or 300 engine hoursChange engine oil and filter
Inspect and lubricate U-joints
Every 15,000 miles
(24,000 km),
6 months, 600 engine
hours or as indicated
by message centerReplace engine- and frame-mounted fuel filters
Every 30,000 miles
(48,000 km)Replace wheel bearing grease/grease seals if
non-sealed bearings are used (2WD vehicles)
Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ after each engine oil and filter
change; refer to theInstrument Clusterchapter of theOwner’s
Guide.
Use of Biodiesel, up to and including 20% Biodiesel (B20)
As required Change engine oil and filter as indicated by
message center and perform services listed in
the scheduled maintenance chart
Every 15,000 miles
(24,000 km),
6 months, 600 engine
hours or as indicated
by message centerReplace engine- and frame-mounted fuel filters
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EXCEPTIONS
In addition, there are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule. They
are listed below:
Normal vehicle axle maintenance:Rear axles and power take-off
(PTO) units with synthetic fluid and light-duty trucks equipped with
Ford-design axles are lubricated for life; do not check or change fluid
unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the assembly has been
submerged in water. During long periods of trailer towing with outside
temperatures above 70°F (21°C) and at wide-open throttle for long
periods above 45 mph (72 km/h), non-synthetic rear axle fluids should
be changed every 3,000 miles (4,800 km) or three months, whichever
comes first. This interval can be waived if the axle is filled with 75W140
synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part
number F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent. Add friction modifier XL-3
(EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for complete refill of Traction-Lok rear
axles (refer toMaintenance product specifications and capacitiesin
theMaintenance and Specificationschapter for details).
F-450 and F-550 axle maintenance:Change rear axle fluid every
100,000 miles (160,000 km) under normal driving conditions on all
commercial applications. For trucks operated at or near maximum Gross
Vehicle Weights, the rear axle fluid should be changed every 50,000 miles
(80,000 km). In addition, this 50,000 mile (80,000 km) schedule should
be observed when the vehicles are operated under the Special Operating
Conditions, where noted.
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF):The DPF may need to be removed
for ash cleaning at approximately 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or greater
(actual mileage can vary greatly depending upon engine/vehicle operating
conditions) and replaced with a new or remanufactured (ash cleaned)
part. The filter may need to be replaced at approximately 250,000 miles
(400,000 km) depending upon engine/vehicle operating conditions. In
both cases the engine control system will set a service light (
)to
inform you to bring the vehicle to the dealer for service. If there are any
issues with the oxidation catalyst/DPF system a service light (
or) will be set by the engine control system to inform you to bring
the vehicle into a dealership for service.
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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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