2013 FORD SUPER DUTY Owners Manual

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NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND LOG
Normal Scheduled Maintenance – 6.2L and 6.8L Engines Only*
Every 7500 miles
(12000 km) or six
months (whichever
comes first)Change engine oil and filter.
Rotate tires**, inspect tire wear and measure
tread depth.
Inspect wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Perform multi-point inspection
(recommended).
Every 15000 miles
(24000 km) or
12 months (whichever
comes first)Inspect automatic transmission fluid level.
Consult dealer for requirements.
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums,
brake linings, hoses and parking brake.
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 steering linkage, ball joints,
suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and
U-joints. Lubricate if equipped with grease
fittings.
*Scheduled maintenance for the 6.7L diesel engine can be found in the
diesel supplement.
**Vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels
when specified; rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted.
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Additional Maintenance Items
Every 30000 miles
(48000 km)Replace climate-controlled (heated and
cooled) seat filter (if equipped).
Replace engine air filter.
Every 60000 miles
(96000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid and filter
on 5–speed transmission. Consult dealer for
requirements.
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease
seal if non-sealed bearings are used.
Every 97500 miles
(156000 km)Replace spark plugs.
Every 105000 miles
(168000 km)Change engine coolant.
*
Change rear axle fluid (Dana axles).
Inspect accessory drive belt(s).**
Every 150000 miles
(240000 km)Change automatic transmission fluid and filter
on 6–speed transmission. Consult dealer for
requirements.
Change front axle fluid (4WD vehicle).
Change rear axle fluid (non-Dana axles).
Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles).
Replace accessory drive belt(s) if not replaced
within the last 100000 miles (160000 km).
Replace front wheel bearings and seals if
non-sealed bearings are used.
*Initial replacement at six years or 105000 miles (168000 kilometers),
then every three years or 45000 miles (72000 kilometers).
**If not replaced, inspect every 15000 miles (24000 kilometers).
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SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS – 6.2L AND 6.8L ENGINES ONLY
Note:If your vehicle is equipped with the 6.7L diesel engine, see the
diesel supplement for special operating condition maintenance.
If you operate your vehicleprimarilyin one of the more demanding
conditions listed below, you need to have some items maintained more
frequently. If you onlyoccasionallyoperate your vehicle under these
conditions, it is not necessary to perform the additional maintenance. For
specific recommendations, see your dealership service advisor or
technician.
Towing a Trailer or Using a Camper or Car-top Carrier
Inspect frequently,
service as requiredInspect and lubricate U-joints.
See axle maintenance items underExceptions.
Every 5000 miles
(8000 km)Inspect the wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Rotate tires
*, inspect tires for wear and measure
tread depth.
Every 5000 miles
(8000 km) or six
monthsChange engine oil and filter.
Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Every 30000 miles
(48000 km)Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease
seals if non-sealed bearings are used.
*Vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels
when specified; rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted.
Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances as in
Heavy Commercial Use (i.e., Delivery, Taxi, Patrol Car or Livery)
Inspect frequently,
service as requiredReplace engine air filter.
Every 5000 miles
(8000 km)Inspect brake system.
Inspect wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Lubricate control arm and steering ball joints if
equipped with grease fittings.
Rotate tires
*, inspect tires for wear and measure
tread depth.
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Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances as in
Heavy Commercial Use (i.e., Delivery, Taxi, Patrol Car or Livery)
Every 5000 miles
(8000 km) or six
monthsChange engine oil and filter.
Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Every 30000 miles
(48000 km)Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease
seals if non-sealed bearings are used.
Every 60000 miles
(96000 km)Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles).
Replace spark plugs.
*Vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels
when specified; rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted.
Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions Such as Unpaved or
Dusty Roads
Inspect frequently,
service as requiredReplace engine air filter.
Every 5000 miles
(8000 km)Inspect the wheels and related components for
abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Rotate tires
*, inspect tires for wear and measure
tread depth.
Every 5000 miles
(8000 km) or six
monthsChange engine oil and filter.
Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Every 30000 miles
(48000 km)Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease
seals if non-sealed bearings are used.
Every 50000 miles
(80000 km)Change rear axle fluid (F-450/550 only).
Every 60000 miles
(96000 km)Change transfer case fluid (4WD vehicles).
*Vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels
when specified; rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted.
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