2012 FORD SUPER DUTY 4WD

Normal Scheduled Maintenance
At every oil change
interval as indicated
by the message
centerChange engine oil and filter
Refill diesel exhaust fluid tank
Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread
depth; vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels
should only rotate the rear wheels if unusual
wear is observed
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)
Inspect air filter restriction gauge, replace filter
as necessary
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake
linings, hoses and parking brake
Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped)
Inspect engine cooling system strength 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 steering linkage, ball joints, suspension,
tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints; lubricate if
equipped with grease fittings
Inspect wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag
Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitor™ after each engine oil and filter
change; refer to theInstrument Clusterchapter in yourOwner’s
Guide.
Do not exceed one year or 10,000 miles (16,000 km) between
service intervals
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Additional maintenance items
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Miles (x 1,000) 15 22.5 30 45 60 67.5 75 90 105 112.5 120 135 150
Kilometers (x 1,000) 24 36 48 72 96 108 120 144 160 172 184 206 240
Inspect engine and secondary cooling system
concentration (freeze-point protection), additive
strength (corrosion inhibitor), coolant level and hoses
2
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Replace engine- and frame-mounted fuel filters
3
••• • • •
Replace climate-controlled seat filter (if equipped)•• • • •
Replace air inlet foam filter Replace at 45,000 miles (72,000 km), 97,500 miles
(156,000 km) and 150,000 miles (240,000 km)
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seal if
non-sealed bearings are used (2WD vehicles)••
Inspect accessory drive belt(s)
4
•
Change rear axle fluid (Dana axles; refer toSpecial
operating conditions)Replace at 100,000 miles (160,000 km), then at
150,000 miles (240,000 km)
Change engine coolant and secondary coolant5
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter on
6–speed TorqShifttransmission•
Change front axle fluid (4WD vehicles)•
Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles)•
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Note:When adding coolant additive, do not exceed the specified
maximum of 48 fl. oz. (1.4L). Operating the engine with excessive
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
2,400 engine hours, flush and fill every 45,000 miles (72,000 km) or
1,800 engine hours thereafter.
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 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
Every 15,000 miles
(24,000 km) or 600
engine hoursInspect concentration (freeze-point protection)
and additive strength (corrosion inhibitor); add
engine coolant additive, if required
Every 60,000 miles
(96,000 km)Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles)
Every 60,000 miles
(96,000 km) or 2,400
engine hoursFlush and refill engine coolant; 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 (4,800 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
19,751 miles (31,786 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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Note:When adding coolant additive, do not exceed the specified
maximum of 48 fl. oz. (1.4L). Operating the engine with excessive
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
2,400 engine hours, flush and fill every 45,000 miles (72,000 km) or
1,800 engine hours thereafter.
Sustained high-speed driving at Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(maximum loaded weight for vehicle operation)
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
Every 15,000 miles
(24,000 km) or 600
engine hoursInspect concentration (freeze-point protection)
and additive strength (corrosion inhibitor); add
engine coolant additive, if required
Every 30,000 miles
(48,000 km)Replace wheel bearing grease and grease seals if
non-sealed bearings are used (2WD vehicles)
Every 50,000 miles
(80,000 km)Change rear axle fluid (if equipped with a Dana
rear axle; some F-350s, all F-450/550s)
Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles)
Every 60,000 miles
(96,000 km) or 2,400
engine hoursFlush and refill engine coolant; 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 (4,800 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
19,751 miles (31,786 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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Note:When adding coolant additive, do not exceed the specified
maximum of 48 fl. oz. (1.4L). Operating the engine with excessive
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
2,400 engine hours, flush and fill every 45,000 miles (72,000 km) or
1,800 engine hours thereafter.
Operating in sustained ambient temperatures below -10°F
(-23°C) or above 100°F (38°C)
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
Every 30,000 miles
(48,000 km)Replace wheel bearing grease/grease seals if
non-sealed bearings are used (2WD vehicles)
Every 60,000 miles
(96,000 km)Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles)
Perform the services noted in the preceding table at the specified
time/mileage (km) period either within 3,000 miles (4,800 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
19,751 miles (31,786 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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Towing a trailer or using a camper or car-top carrier
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) or 600
engine hoursInspect concentration (freeze-point
protection) and additive strength (corrosion
inhibitor); add engine coolant additive, if
required
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)
Every 60,000 miles
(96,000 km)Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles)
Every 60,000 miles
(96,000 km) or 2,400
engine hoursFlush and refill engine coolant; 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 (4,800 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
19,751 miles (31,786 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 coolant additive, do not exceed the specified
maximum of 48 fl. oz. (1.4L). Operating the engine with excessive
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
2,400 engine hours, flush and fill every 45,000 miles (72,000 km) or
1,800 engine hours thereafter.
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Off-road operation
As required 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.
Refer to theCleaningchapter for more
information
Inspect steering and suspension ball joints and
tie rods; lubricate if equipped with grease
fittings
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
Every 7,500 miles
(12,000 km) 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)
Every 50,000 miles
(80,000 km)Change rear axle fluid (if equipped with a
Dana rear axle; some F-350s, all F-450/550s)
Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles)
Inspect front axle fluid (4WD vehicles)
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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