
Be sure to ask your dealership service
advisor or technician about the multi-point
vehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive
way to perform a thorough inspection of
your vehicle. Your checklist gives you
immediate feedback on the overall
condition of your vehicle.
NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
6.2L and 6.8L Gasoline Engines 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).
* Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted. 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 (Four-wheel
drive vehicles).
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints.
Lubricate if equipped with grease fittings. Other maintenance items
Replace climate-controlled (heated and cooled) seat
filter. *
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Replace engine air filter.
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter on 5-speed
transmission. Consult dealer for requirements.
Every 60000 miles (96000
km)
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Towing a trailer or using a car-top carrier
Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
See axle maintenance items under Exceptions.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km)
Rotate tires*
, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Change engine oil and filter.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km) or six months
Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals if
non-sealed bearings are used.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).
Every 60000 miles (96000
km)
Replace spark plugs.
* Vehicles 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
(such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery)
Replace engine air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Inspect brake system.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km)
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.
Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km) or six months
Change engine oil and filter.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km), six months or 200
engine hours
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Extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, as in heavy commercial use
(such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery)
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals if
non-sealed bearings are used.
Replace spark plugs.
Every 60000 miles (96000
km)
* Vehicles 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)
Replace engine air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km)
Rotate tires*
, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Change engine oil and filter.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km) or six months
Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals if
non-sealed bearings are used.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Change rear axle fluid (F-450 and F-550 only).
Every 50000 miles (80000
km)
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).
Every 60000 miles (96000
km)
* Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted.
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Off-road operation
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints and U-joints, Lubricate
if equipped with grease fittings.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace engine air filter.
Change engine oil and filter.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km) or six months
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Rotate tires*
, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals if
non-sealed bearings are used.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Change rear axle fluid (F-450 and F-550 only).
Every 50000 miles (80000
km)
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).
Every 60000 miles (96000
km)
* Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted. Exclusive use of E85 (Flex fuel vehicles only)
If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regular
unleaded fuel.
Every oil change interval
6.7L Diesel Engine
See the diesel supplement for special
operating condition information.
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the Normal
Schedule:
Axle Maintenance
Change the axle fluid anytime an axle is
submerged in water. Rear axles and power take-off 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), change non-synthetic rear axle fluid
every 3000 miles (4800 kilometers) or
three months, whichever comes first. This
interval can be waived if the axle is filled
with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting
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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. See Capacities
and Specifications (page 303).
Additional Axle Maintenance for F-450
and F-550
Change rear axle fluid every 100000 miles
(160000 kilometers) under normal driving
conditions on all commercial applications.
When operating your vehicle at or near
maximum gross vehicle weights, change
the rear axle fluid every 50000 miles
(80000 kilometers). In addition, follow
this 50000-mile (80000-kilometer)
schedule when operating your vehicle
under the special operating conditions,
where noted.
California Fuel Filter Replacement
If you register your vehicle in California, the
California Air Resources Board has
determined that the failure to perform this
maintenance item does not nullify the
emission warranty or limit recall liability
before the completion of your vehicle's
useful life. Ford Motor Company, however,
urges you to have all recommended
maintenance services performed at the
specified intervals and to record all vehicle
service.
Hot Climate Oil Change Intervals
Vehicles operating in the Middle East,
North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa or
locations with similar climates using an
American Petroleum Institute (API)
Certified for Gasoline Engines (Certification
mark) oil of SM or SN quality, the normal
oil change interval is 3000 miles (5000
kilometers). If the available API SM or SN oils are not
available, then the oil change interval is
1800 miles (3000 kilometers).
Engine Air Filter and Cabin Air Filter
Replacement
The life of the engine air filter and cabin air
filter is dependent on exposure to dusty
and dirty conditions. Vehicles operated in
these conditions require frequent
inspection and replacement of the engine
air filter and cabin air filter.
Diesel Particulate Filter
The filter may need to be removed for ash
cleaning at approximately 120000 miles
(192000 kilometers) or greater (actual
mileage can vary greatly depending upon
engine and vehicle operating conditions)
and replaced with a new or
re-manufactured (ash cleaned) part. The
filter may need to be replaced at
approximately 250000 miles (400000
kilometers) depending upon engine and
vehicle operating conditions. In both cases,
the engine control system sets a service
light (wrench icon) to inform you to bring
your vehicle to the dealer for service. If
there are any issues with the oxidation
catalyst or particulate filter system, a
service light (wrench or engine icon) sets
by the engine control system to inform you
to bring your vehicle into a dealer for
service.
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Capacities and Specifications - 6.8L
Triton-30V - V10..........................................311
Specifications....................................................... 312
Capacities and Specifications................303
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior.............................. 256
Center Console..............................................139 Removable Front Cupholders........................ 139
Changing a Bulb...........................................249 Replacing Brake/Tail/Turn/Reverse Lamp
Bulbs................................................................... 251
Replacing Cargo Lamp and Central High Mounted Brake Lamp Bulbs...................... 251
Replacing Fog Lamp Bulbs............................ 250
Replacing Front Clearance and Identification Lamp Bulbs......................... 250
Replacing Front Park and Direction Indicator Lamp Bulbs.................................. 250
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs........................... 250
Replacing the License Plate Lamp Bulb.................................................................... 252
Changing a Fuse
............................................231
Fuses........................................................................\
231
Changing a Road Wheel
...........................290
Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly
Information..................................................... 290
Location of the Spare Tire and Tools..........291
Removing the Spare Tire (With Spare Tire Carrier Only).................................................... 292
Tire Change Procedure.................................... 293
Changing the 12V Battery.........................245 Battery Management System (If
Equipped) ........................................................ 246
Changing the Engine Air Filter................254
Changing the Wiper Blades
.....................247
Checking MyKey System Status...............53
Checking the Wiper Blades
......................247
Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance
.................................................36
Child Safety.......................................................15
General Information............................................. 15
Child Safety Locks..........................................27
Child Seat Positioning..................................26
Cleaning Leather Seats.............................259 With King Ranch Edition................................. 260
Without King Ranch Edition.......................... 259
Cleaning Products.......................................256
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels........................261 Cleaning the Engine....................................257
Cleaning the Exterior
..................................256
Exterior Chrome Parts..................................... 256
Exterior Plastic Parts......................................... 257
Stripes or Graphics............................................ 257
Underbody............................................................ 257
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens........................259
Cleaning the Interior
...................................258
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades...........................................................258
Clearing All MyKeys.......................................53
Climate............................................................428 Climate Control Voice Commands..............431
Climate Control..............................................110
Climate Controlled Seats
..........................125
Cooled Seats........................................................ 126
Heated Seats........................................................ 125
Coolant Check See: Engine Coolant Check............................ 236
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator
........45
Creating a MyKey............................................52 Programming/Changing Configurable
Settings............................................................... 52
Cruise Control..................................................67 Principle of Operation....................................... 183
Cruise control See: Using Cruise Control................................ 183
Customer Assistance
...................................217
D
Data Recording
..................................................9
Event Data Recording........................................... 9
Service Data Recording........................................ 9
Daytime Running Lamps
.............................73
Digital Radio..................................................323 HD Radio Reception and Station
Troubleshooting............................................ 324
Direction Indicators........................................74 Lane Change.......................................................... 74
Driver and Passenger Airbags...................38 Children and Airbags........................................... 43
Passenger Airbag On and Off Switch ..........38
Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment........................................................ 42
Driving Aids
.....................................................184
Driving Hints...................................................207
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