2016 FORD F250 SUPER DUTY service schedule

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 (48000km)Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals ifnon-sealed bearings are used.
Replace spark plugs.Every 60000 miles (96000km)
*Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheelsonly if unusual wear is noted.
Operating in dusty or sandy conditions (such as unpaved or dusty roads)
Replace engine air filter.Inspect frequently, serviceas required
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormalnoise, wear, looseness or drag.Every 5000 miles (8000km)
Rotate tires*, inspect tires for wear and measure treaddepth.
Change engine oil and filter.Every 5000 miles (8000km) or six monthsInspect and lubricate U-joints.
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals ifnon-sealed bearings are used.Every 30000 miles (48000km)
Change rear axle fluid (F-450 and F-550 only).Every 50000 miles (80000km)
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).Every 60000 miles (96000km)
*Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheelsonly if unusual wear is noted.
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Off-road operation
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints and U-joints, Lubricateif equipped with grease fittings.Inspect frequently, serviceas required
Replace engine air filter.
Change engine oil and filter.Every 5000 miles (8000km) or six monthsInspect the wheels and related components for abnormalnoise, wear, looseness or drag.
Rotate tires*, inspect tires for wear and measure treaddepth.
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals ifnon-sealed bearings are used.Every 30000 miles (48000km)
Change rear axle fluid (F-450 and F-550 only).Every 50000 miles (80000km)
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).Every 60000 miles (96000km)
*Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheelsonly if unusual wear is noted.
Exclusive use of E85 (Flex fuel vehicles only)
If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regularunleaded fuel.Every oil change interval
6.7L Diesel Engine
See the diesel supplement for specialoperating condition information.
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the NormalSchedule:
Axle Maintenance
Change the axle fluid anytime an axle issubmerged in water.
Rear axles and power take-off units withsynthetic fluid and light-duty trucksequipped with Ford-design axles arelubricated for life; do not check or changefluid unless a leak is suspected, service isrequired or the assembly has beensubmerged in water. During long periodsof trailer towing with outside temperaturesabove 70°F (21°C) and at wide-openthrottle for long periods above 45 mph (72km/h), change non-synthetic rear axle fluidevery 3000 miles (4800 kilometers) orthree months, whichever comes first. Thisinterval can be waived if the axle is filledwith 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting
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Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, partnumber F1TZ-19580-B, or equivalent. Addfriction modifier XL-3 (EST-M2C118-A) orequivalent for complete refill ofTraction-Lok rear axles. See Capacitiesand Specifications (page 303).
Additional Axle Maintenance for F-450and F-550
Change rear axle fluid every 100000 miles(160000 kilometers) under normal drivingconditions on all commercial applications.When operating your vehicle at or nearmaximum gross vehicle weights, changethe rear axle fluid every 50000 miles(80000 kilometers). In addition, followthis 50000-mile (80000-kilometer)schedule when operating your vehicleunder the special operating conditions,where noted.
California Fuel Filter Replacement
If you register your vehicle in California, theCalifornia Air Resources Board hasdetermined that the failure to perform thismaintenance item does not nullify theemission warranty or limit recall liabilitybefore the completion of your vehicle'suseful life. Ford Motor Company, however,urges you to have all recommendedmaintenance services performed at thespecified intervals and to record all vehicleservice.
Hot Climate Oil Change Intervals
Vehicles operating in the Middle East,North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa orlocations with similar climates using anAmerican Petroleum Institute (API)Certified for Gasoline Engines (Certificationmark) oil of SM or SN quality, the normaloil change interval is 3000 miles (5000kilometers).
If the available API SM or SN oils are notavailable, then the oil change interval is1800 miles (3000 kilometers).
Engine Air Filter and Cabin Air FilterReplacement
The life of the engine air filter and cabin airfilter is dependent on exposure to dustyand dirty conditions. Vehicles operated inthese conditions require frequentinspection and replacement of the engineair filter and cabin air filter.
Diesel Particulate Filter
The filter may need to be removed for ashcleaning at approximately 120000 miles(192000 kilometers) or greater (actualmileage can vary greatly depending uponengine and vehicle operating conditions)and replaced with a new orre-manufactured (ash cleaned) part. Thefilter may need to be replaced atapproximately 250000 miles (400000kilometers) depending upon engine andvehicle operating conditions. In both cases,the engine control system sets a servicelight (wrench icon) to inform you to bringyour vehicle to the dealer for service. Ifthere are any issues with the oxidationcatalyst or particulate filter system, aservice light (wrench or engine icon) setsby the engine control system to inform youto bring your vehicle into a dealer forservice.
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Rear Seats........................................................122Folding the Rear Seat Back (Crew Cab)...............................................................................122Folding up the Rear Seat Cushion................122Rear Under Seat Storage (Crew Cab).........123Returning the Seat to the SeatingPosition..............................................................122Rear View Camera.......................................180Using the Rear View Camera System........180Rear View CameraSee: Rear View Camera...................................180Recommended Towing Weights............193Calculating the Maximum Loaded TrailerWeight for Your Vehicle...............................196Refueling..........................................................146Fuel Filler Cap.......................................................147Remote Control...............................................47Car Finder................................................................48Integrated Keyhead Transmitters ..................47Memory Feature...................................................48Remote Start ........................................................48Replacing the Battery.........................................47Sounding a Panic Alarm....................................48Remote Start..................................................116Automatic Settings.............................................116Removing a Headlamp..............................249Removing the Tailgate.................................60Repairing Minor Paint Damage...............261Replacement PartsRecommendation.........................................11Collision Repairs.....................................................11Scheduled Maintenance and MechanicalRepairs...................................................................11Warranty on Replacement Parts.....................12Replacing a Lost Key or RemoteControl............................................................50Reporting Safety Defects (CanadaOnly)..............................................................222Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.Only)...............................................................221
Roadside Assistance...................................212Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting RoadsideAssistance.........................................................212Vehicles Sold in Canada: Using RoadsideAssistance.........................................................212Vehicles Sold in the United States: GettingRoadside Assistance....................................212Vehicles Sold in the United States: UsingRoadside Assistance....................................212Roadside Emergencies...............................212Running-InSee: Breaking-In.................................................207Running Out of Fuel....................................146
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Safety Belt Height Adjustment.................33Safety Belt Minder.........................................34Belt-Minder™........................................................34Safety Belts......................................................29Principle of Operation........................................29Safety Belt Warning Lamp and IndicatorChime...............................................................33Conditions of operation.....................................34Safety Canopy™............................................44Safety Precautions......................................144Satellite Radio..............................................325Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number(ESN)................................................................326Satellite Radio Reception Factors...............326SIRIUS® Satellite Radio Service..................326Troubleshooting..................................................327Scheduled Maintenance Record...........462Scheduled Maintenance...........................453Seats...................................................................117Security..............................................................64Settings...........................................................382Clock.......................................................................382Display...................................................................383Settings.................................................................386Sound....................................................................384Vehicle...................................................................384Side Airbags.....................................................43Sitting in the Correct Position....................117Sliding Windows.............................................79Power Sliding Back Window............................79Snow ChainsSee: Using Snow Chains.................................284
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Snowplowing................................................209Engine temperature while plowing..............210Installing the Snowplow.................................209Operating the Vehicle with the SnowplowAttached...........................................................210Snowplowing with your Airbag EquippedVehicle...............................................................210Transmission operation whileplowing...............................................................211Special Notices................................................12New Vehicle Limited Warranty.........................12On-board Diagnostics (OBD-II).......................12Special Instructions..............................................12Using your Vehicle as an Ambulance.............12Using your Vehicle as a Stationary PowerSource...................................................................13Using your Vehicle With a Snowplow............12Special Operating Conditions ScheduledMaintenance...............................................4576.2L and 6.8L Gasoline Engines...................4576.7L Diesel Engine.............................................460Exceptions...........................................................460Speed ControlSee: Cruise Control............................................183Stability Control.............................................174Principle of Operation.......................................174Starter SwitchSee: Ignition Switch...........................................140Starting a Gasoline Engine.........................141Cold Weather Starting (Flexible FuelVehicles Only)..................................................141Failure to Start......................................................141Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes................142Important Ventilating Information...............142Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle isMoving.................................................................141Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle isStationary..........................................................141Starting and Stopping the Engine.........140General Information..........................................140Steering............................................................184Steering Wheel...............................................66Storage Compartments.............................139SunroofSee: Moonroof......................................................80Sun Visors.........................................................80Illuminated Vanity Mirror..................................80Slide-on-rod..........................................................80
Supplementary Restraints System..........37Principle of Operation.........................................37Symbols Glossary.............................................7SYNC™ Applications andServices........................................................346911 Assist...............................................................346SYNC Services: Traffic, Directions &Information (TDI) (If Equipped, UnitedStates Only)...................................................350Vehicle Health Report (If Equipped, UnitedStates Only)...................................................348SYNC™ AppLink™.....................................354SYNC Mobile Apps............................................354SYNC™............................................................329General Information.........................................329SYNC™ Troubleshooting.........................365
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Tailgate Lock...................................................60Tailgate Step.....................................................61Closing the step.....................................................61Opening the step...................................................61Tailgate..............................................................60Technical SpecificationsSee: Capacities and Specifications............303Terrain Response...........................................177Principle of Operation........................................177The Better Business Bureau (BBB) AutoLine Program (U.S. Only)........................219Tire Care..........................................................267Glossary of Tire Terminology........................268Information About Uniform Tire QualityGrading..............................................................267Information Contained on the TireSidewall...........................................................269Temperature A B C............................................268Traction AA A B C...............................................267Treadwear.............................................................267Tire Pressure Monitoring System..........284Changing Tires With a Tire PressureMonitoring System.......................................286Understanding Your Tire PressureMonitoring System ......................................286TiresSee: Wheels and Tires.....................................264Towing a Trailer.............................................192Load Placement..................................................192
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