Meritor
Axle Model Capacity - Pints (Liters)*
RS-17–140 28.6 (13.5)
RS-17–144 32.0 (15.0)
RS-17–145 33.6 (15.9)
RS-17–220 30.7 (14.5)
RS-17–224 29.0 (13.0)
RS-19–144 32.0 (15.0)
RS-19–145 33.2 (15.7)
RS-19–220 30.0 (14.0)
RS-19–223 29.0 (13.0)
RS-21–145 32.3 (15.3)
RS-21–160 39.0 (18.0)
RS-21–230 38.9 (18.4)
RS-23–160 39.5 (18.7)
RS-23–161 37.2 (17.6)
RS-23–180/186 47.3 (22.4)
RS-23–240 37.4 (17.7)
RS-23–380 63.6 (30.1)
*Oil capacities are for standard track axles measured at various common
drive pinion angles. The quantities listed include enough oil for both
wheel ends. These capacities change if the track or the drive pinion
angle is different.
Power Steering
Note:Capacities may be higher if the vehicle is equipped with a cooler.
Always check to make sure the fluid level is in the acceptable range.
Steering Gear Capacity - Pints (Liters)
TAS40 17.6 (8.3)
TAS66 18.4 (8.7)
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Additives and Chemicals
This owner’s manual and the Ford Workshop Manual list the
recommended additives and chemicals for your vehicle. We do not
recommend using chemicals or additives not approved by us as part of
your vehicle’s normal maintenance. Please consult your warranty
information.
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, a qualified expert, such as the
factory-trained technicians at your dealership, should inspect discolored
fluids that also show signs of overheating or foreign material
contamination immediately.
Make sure to change your vehicle’s oils and fluids 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
You should perform certain basic maintenance checks and inspections
monthly or at six-month intervals.
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 fluid level.
System for evidence of fluid leaks.
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Every Oil Change
ClutchLubricate the clutch release cross shaft and all
linkages.
Check the clutch fluid level.
Fuel SystemDrain the accumulated water or sediment from
the fuel tank(s).
Steering SystemLubricate the steering shaft(s), U-joints and
splines if equipped with grease fittings.
Lubricate the front axle spindle pins.
Lubricate the steering linkage when equipped
with grease fittings.
Lubricate the power steering gear output shaft.
*Make coolant protection checks just before the onset of freezing
weather, where applicable. If coolant is dirty or rusty in appearance,
drain the system, flush and refill the system with the prescribed solution
of cooling system fluid and distilled water. Use only permanent type
coolant that meets specifications as listed in your engine operator’s
manual. See the engine manufacturer’s operating guide for supplemental
corrosion inhibitor specifications.
Periodic Component and System Checks
The following are vehicle checks that should be made periodically either
by the owner or a qualified technician. Bring any deficiencies to the
attention of an authorized dealer or another qualified service outlet as
soon as possible to obtain advice about the need for service or
replacement.
Frequency Recommended Action
At every engine start up. Check ABS lamp operation.
After first 500 and 1000 miles (800
and 1600 km), then every 500 and
1000 mile (800 and 1600 km)
interval after tire removal or
replacement.Tighten the wheel mounting nuts
to the specified torque. See
Technical specificationsin the
Wheels and Tireschapter.
At least twice annually. Clean body and door drain holes.
As required. Clean windshield wiper blades.
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Observation Maintenance Operation
Cleaning the wiper blades with a
clean cloth and mild detergent and
washing with a cleaner does not
restore a clean wipe.Replace wiper blades.
Noisy or difficult to operate. Lubricate body lock cylinders.
Headlamp beams in wrong position
when vehicle operating loaded.Check headlamp alignment.
Windshield washers do not spray
when operated.Check windshield washer fluid
level. Add fluid if required.
1During maintenance and repair, protect the fuel tube and the hose
assemblies, power steering lines, and brake lines from external heat,
acids and abrasions that could damage them.
2Check for (free) linkage action and make sure that (return) spring force
is adequate to maintain pedal free play.
3Adjust, repair or replace, as required, with the same or equivalent parts.
Emissions Control System
WARNING:Because of high engine compartment and exhaust
system temperatures resulting from emissions equipment, do not
park, idle or operate your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground
cover where the possibility of ground fire exists.
To make sure the emissions control systems operate effectively, you
should have the services listed in the maintenance schedule performed at
the specified time and mileage intervals. You should avoid running out of
fuel or turning off the ignition when your vehicle is moving, especially at
high speeds.
Do not make unauthorized modifications to the engine or vehicle.
Modifications causing increased amounts of unburned fuel to reach the
exhaust system can significantly increase the temperature of the engine
compartment and the exhaust system.
Avoid driving your vehicle if it does not operate properly. If the engine
diesels (more than five seconds of engine run-on after shut-off), misfires,
surges, stalls or backfires, see an authorized dealer. Be alert for fluid
leakage, odor, smoke, loss of oil pressure, or charge indicator or over
temperature warning.
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MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
ON-HIGHWAY - 60000 MILES (96000 KM) OR MORE ANNUALLY
(Miles, kilometers or months - whichever occurs first)
Miles (x 1000) 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150
Kilometers (x 1000) 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) See manufacturer’s recommendation.
Engine oil and filter - change (gasoline engine) Every 7500 miles (12000 km) or six months
Engine coolant - check level and concentration••••••••••
Engine coolant - check freeze-protection and additive
(corrosion inhibitor) strength (diesel engine)••••••••••
Extended life coolant - add extender (diesel engine) See manufacturer’s recommendation.
Extended life coolant - replace (diesel engine) See manufacturer’s recommendation.
Engine coolant - replace (gasoline engine) At six years or 100000 miles (160000 km) (whichever comes
first), then every three years or 50000 miles (80000 km)
Engine air filter - inspect (gasoline engine)••••••••••
Engine air filter - replace (gasoline engine)•••••
Replace spark plugs••
Inspect accessory drive belt(s) Inspect at 100000 miles (160000 km) and 120000 miles
(192000 km). Replace at 150000 miles (240000 km) if not
replaced in the last 100000 miles (160000 km).
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ON-HIGHWAY - 60000 MILES (96000 KM) OR MORE ANNUALLY (Continued)
(Miles, kilometers or months - whichever occurs first)
Miles (x 1000) 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150
Kilometers (x 1000) 24 48 72 96 120 144 168 192 216 240
Months 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30
Non-driving Front Axle
Drag link/kingpin and bushing/tie rod ends - lubricate••••••••••
Wheel bearing - grease type - repack•••••
Wheel bearing - oil type - change oil•
Wheel bearing - oil type - check level••••••••••
Brake System
Master cylinder - check level (hydraulic brakes)••••••••••
Parking brake relay lever/linkage - lubricate (hydraulic
brakes)••
S-cam - lubricate (air brakes)••••••••••
Slack adjusters - lubricate (air brakes)••
Steering
Power steering filter - replacement Every five years or 500000 miles (800000 km)
Power steering fluid - change•
Power steering fluid - check level••••••••••
Steering column U-joints/slip joint - lubricate••••••••••
Steering gear Ross TAS - output shaft - lubricate•••
Driveshaft
U-joint - lubricate (SPL) Every 100000 miles (160000 km) or six months
U-joint and slip joint - lubricate (non-SPL) Every 10000–15000 miles (16000–24000 km) or three months
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ON-HIGHWAY - 60000 MILES (96000 KM) OR MORE ANNUALLY (Continued)
(Miles, kilometers or months - whichever occurs first)
Miles (x 1000) 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150
Kilometers (x 1000) 24 48 72 96 120 144 168 192 216 240
Months 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30
Clutch
Release bearing/shafts/forks - lubricate••••••••••
Transmission
Automatic and Auto-shift See transmission operator’s manual.
Eaton-Fuller manual - petroleum oil - change••
Eaton-Fuller manual - synthetic oil - change At 500000 miles (800000 km) if factory-filled with synthetic
At 250000 miles (400000 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 500000 miles (800000 km) if factory-filled with synthetic
At 250000 miles (400000 km) or three years if converted to
synthetic
Meritor - check level Every 25000 miles (40000 km) or fleet maintenance interval
Meritor - filter change Every 100000 miles (160000 km)
Meritor - petroleum oil - change Every 100000 miles (160000 km) or annually
Meritor - synthetic oil - change Linehaul: Every 500000 miles (800000 km) or four years
Intercity coach: Every 250000 miles (400000 km) or four years
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ON-HIGHWAY - 60000 MILES (96000 KM) OR MORE ANNUALLY
(Miles, kilometers or months - whichever occurs first)
Miles (x 1000) 165 180 195 210 225 240 255 270 285 300
Kilometers (x 1000) 264 288 312 336 360 384 408 432 456 480
Months 33 36 39 42 45 48 51 54 57 60
Engine
Engine oil and filter - change (diesel engine) See manufacturer’s recommendation.
Engine oil and filter - change (gasoline engine) Every 7500 miles (12000 km) or six months
Engine coolant - check level and concentration••••••••••
Engine coolant - check freeze-protection and additive
(corrosion inhibitor) strength (diesel engine)••••••••••
Extended life coolant - add extender (diesel engine) See manufacturer’s recommendation.
Extended life coolant - replace (diesel engine) See manufacturer’s recommendation.
Engine coolant - replace (gasoline engine) At six years or 100000 miles (160000 km) (whichever comes
first), then every three years or 50000 miles (80000 km)
Engine air filter - inspect (gasoline engine)••••••••••
Engine air filter - replace (gasoline engine)•••••
Replace spark plugs•••
Inspect accessory drive belt(s) Inspect at 100000 miles (160000 km) and 120000 miles
(192000 km). Replace at 150000 miles (240000 km) if not
replaced in the last 100000 miles (160000 km).
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