2016 FORD F450 SUPER DUTY check engine

Tightening lug nuts
Tighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 500 miles(800 km) after any wheel disturbance (such as tire rota-tion, changing a flat tire or wheel removal).
Vehicles with single rearwheels
Tighten the wheel lug nuts to the specified torque at 100miles (160 km), and again at 500 miles (800 km) of newvehicle operation and after any wheel disturbance (suchas tire rotation, changing a flat tire or wheel removal).
Vehicles with dual rearwheels
Note:For the proper lug nut torque specification, see Technical specifications in the Wheelsand Tires chapter of your owner's manual.
Multi-point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right,it is important to have the systems on yourvehicle checked regularly. This can helpidentify potential issues and prevent majorproblems. We recommend having thefollowing multi-point inspection performedat every scheduled maintenance intervalto help make sure your vehicle keepsrunning great.
Multi-point inspection
Horn operationAccessory drive belt(s)
Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hosesBattery performance
Suspension component for leaks ordamageEngine air filter
Steering and linkageExhaust system
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper
pressure**Exterior lamps and hazard warning systemoperation
Windshield for cracks, chips or pitsFluid levels*; fill if necessary
Washer spray and wiper operationFor oil and fluid leaks
* Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission, power steering and windowwasher.**If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expirationUse By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
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Scheduled Maintenance

Be sure to ask your dealership serviceadvisor or technician about the multi-pointvehicle inspection. It is a comprehensiveway to perform a thorough inspection of
your vehicle. Your checklist gives youimmediate feedback on the overallcondition 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 wheelsonly 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-wheeldrive 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 (48000km)Replace engine air filter.
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter on 5-speedtransmission. Consult dealer for requirements.Every 60000 miles (96000km)
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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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Capacities and Specifications - 6.8LTriton-30V - V10..........................................311Specifications.......................................................312Capacities and Specifications................303Car WashSee: Cleaning the Exterior..............................256Center Console..............................................139Removable Front Cupholders........................139Changing a Bulb...........................................249Replacing Brake/Tail/Turn/Reverse LampBulbs...................................................................251Replacing Cargo Lamp and Central HighMounted Brake Lamp Bulbs......................251Replacing Fog Lamp Bulbs............................250Replacing Front Clearance andIdentification Lamp Bulbs.........................250Replacing Front Park and DirectionIndicator Lamp Bulbs..................................250Replacing Headlamp Bulbs...........................250Replacing the License Plate LampBulb....................................................................252Changing a Fuse............................................231Fuses........................................................................231Changing a Road Wheel...........................290Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire AssemblyInformation.....................................................290Location of the Spare Tire and Tools..........291Removing the Spare Tire (With Spare TireCarrier Only)....................................................292Tire Change Procedure....................................293Changing the 12V Battery.........................245Battery Management System (IfEquipped)........................................................246Changing the Engine Air Filter................254Changing the Wiper Blades.....................247Checking MyKey System Status...............53Checking the Wiper Blades......................247Child Restraint and Safety BeltMaintenance.................................................36Child Safety.......................................................15General Information.............................................15Child Safety Locks..........................................27Child Seat Positioning..................................26Cleaning Leather Seats.............................259With King Ranch Edition.................................260Without King Ranch Edition..........................259Cleaning Products.......................................256Cleaning the Alloy Wheels........................261
Cleaning the Engine....................................257Cleaning the Exterior..................................256Exterior Chrome Parts.....................................256Exterior Plastic Parts.........................................257Stripes or Graphics............................................257Underbody............................................................257Cleaning the Instrument Panel andInstrument Cluster Lens........................259Cleaning the Interior...................................258Cleaning the Windows and WiperBlades...........................................................258Clearing All MyKeys.......................................53Climate............................................................428Climate Control Voice Commands..............431Climate Control..............................................110Climate Controlled Seats..........................125Cooled Seats........................................................126Heated Seats........................................................125Coolant CheckSee: Engine Coolant Check............................236Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator........45Creating a MyKey............................................52Programming/Changing ConfigurableSettings...............................................................52Cruise Control..................................................67Principle of Operation.......................................183Cruise controlSee: Using Cruise Control................................183Customer Assistance...................................217
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Data Recording..................................................9Event Data Recording...........................................9Service Data Recording........................................9Daytime Running Lamps.............................73Digital Radio..................................................323HD Radio Reception and StationTroubleshooting............................................324Direction Indicators........................................74Lane Change..........................................................74Driver and Passenger Airbags...................38Children and Airbags...........................................43Passenger Airbag On and Off Switch ..........38Proper Driver and Front Passenger SeatingAdjustment........................................................42Driving Aids.....................................................184Driving Hints...................................................207
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Driving Through Water..............................208DRLSee: Daytime Running Lamps.........................73
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Economical Driving.....................................207Electronic Locking Differential.................167Activating the Electronic LockingDifferential........................................................167Emission Control System..........................148On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)...................149Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance(I/M) Testing...................................................150End User License Agreement..................472SYNC End User License Agreement(EULA)..............................................................472Engine Block Heater....................................142Using the Engine Block Heater......................143Engine Coolant Check...............................236Adding Engine Coolant....................................237Recycled Engine Coolant................................238Severe Climates.................................................238What You Should Know About Fail-SafeCooling..............................................................239Engine ImmobilizerSee: Passive Anti-Theft System.....................64Engine Oil Check..........................................235Adding Engine Oil..............................................235Engine Oil Dipstick......................................235Engine Specifications................................303Drivebelt Routing...............................................303Entertainment..............................................395AM/FM Radio......................................................395Bluetooth Audio..................................................410CD...........................................................................405SD Card Slot and USB Port...........................407SIRIUS® Satellite Radio (IfActivated)........................................................401Supported Media Players, Formats andMetadata Information.................................410Environment......................................................14
Essential Towing Checks...........................196Before Towing a Trailer....................................202Dynamic Hitching Using the Rear ViewCamera System..............................................197Hitches...................................................................198Integrated Trailer Brake Controller.............200Launching or Retrieving a Boat or PersonalWatercraft (PWC)........................................203Safety Chains.......................................................199Trailer Brakes.......................................................199Trailer Lamps.......................................................202Trailer Towing Connector.................................197When Towing a Trailer.....................................202Event Data RecordingSee: Data Recording..............................................9Export Unique Options..................................13Extended Service Plan (ESP)..................451SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY)............452SERVICE PLANS (U.S. Only)..........................451Exterior Mirrors.................................................77Clearance Lamps.................................................78Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors................................77Heated Exterior Mirrors......................................78Memory Mirrors.....................................................78Power Exterior Mirrors.........................................77Telescoping Mirrors..............................................78
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Fastening the Safety Belts.........................30Fastening the Cinch Tongue..............................31Safety Belt Extension Assembly.....................33Safety Belt Locking Modes...............................32Using Safety Belts During Pregnancy............31Using the Safety Belt with Cinch Tongue(Front Center and Rear Center SeatsOnly)....................................................................30Floor Mats......................................................208Fog Lamps - FrontSee: Front Fog Lamps.........................................73Foot PedalsSee: Adjusting the Pedals.................................69Ford Credit..........................................................11(U.S. Only).................................................................11Four-Wheel Drive.........................................158Front Fog Lamps.............................................73Front Seat Armrest.......................................127Fuel and Refueling.......................................144
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Fuel Consumption........................................147Calculating Fuel Economy..............................148Filling the Tank.....................................................147Fuel Filter........................................................244Fuel Quality.....................................................145Choosing the Right Fuel...................................145Choosing the Right Fuel With a Flex FuelVehicle (If Equipped)...................................145Diesel Engine........................................................145Octane Recommendations............................145Fuel Shutoff....................................................213Fuses.................................................................223Fuse Specification Chart...........................223Passenger Compartment FusePanel..................................................................228Power Distribution Box....................................223
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Garage Door OpenerSee: Universal Garage Door Opener............129Gauges...............................................................82Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge............83Engine Oil Pressure Gauge...............................83Fuel Gauge..............................................................83Information Display.............................................84Transmission Fluid TemperatureGauge..................................................................83General Information on RadioFrequencies...................................................47General Maintenance Information.......453Multi-point Inspection.....................................455Owner Checks and Services..........................454Protecting Your Investment...........................453Why Maintain Your Vehicle?.........................453Why Maintain Your Vehicle at YourDealership?.....................................................453Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada.........................................................220Getting the Services You Need................217Away From Home...............................................217Global Opening................................................77Opening the Windows........................................77
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HandbrakeSee: Parking Brake..............................................170
Hazard Warning Flashers...........................213HDCSee: Using Hill Descent Control.....................177Head Restraints..............................................117Adjusting the Head Restraint..........................118Heated Seats..................................................124Rear Heated Seats ............................................124Heated Steering Wheel...............................68Heated Windows and Mirrors...................115Heated Exterior Mirror........................................115Heated Rear Window.........................................115HeatingSee: Climate Control..........................................110Hill Start Assist..............................................170Switching the System On and Off.................171Using Hill Start Assist........................................170Hints on Controlling the InteriorClimate...........................................................112Cooling the Interior Quickly..............................114General Hints.........................................................112Heating the Interior Quickly.............................113Recommended Settings for Cooling ...........114Recommended Settings for Heating...........114Side Window Defogging in ColdWeather..............................................................115Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes............................................................169Hood LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood...........232
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Ignition Switch...............................................140In California (U.S. Only).............................218Information Display Control.......................67Type 1.........................................................................67Type 2.......................................................................68Information Displays....................................89General Information...........................................89Information.....................................................418911 Assist...............................................................425Alerts......................................................................424Calendar................................................................424Sirius Travel Link.................................................423SYNC Services (If Equipped, United StatesOnly)...................................................................419Vehicle Health Report (If Equipped, USOnly)..................................................................427
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Memory Function.........................................120Easy Entry and Exit Feature............................122Linking a PreSet Position to your RemoteControl or Intelligent Access Key Fob................................................................................121Recalling a Preset Position...............................121Saving a Preset Position....................................121Message CenterSee: Information Displays.................................89MirrorsSee: Heated Windows and Mirrors................115See: Windows and Mirrors................................76Mobile Communications Equipment.......13Moonroof..........................................................80Bounce-Back..........................................................81Opening and Closing the Moonroof.............80Venting the Moonroof.........................................81Motorcraft Parts..........................................304MyFord Touch™...........................................374General Information..........................................374MyFord Touch™ Troubleshooting........440MyKey Troubleshooting...............................55MyKey™..............................................................51Principle of Operation..........................................51
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Navigation.......................................................431cityseekr................................................................433Destination Mode...............................................431Map Mode.............................................................437Navigation Map Updates...............................440Navigation Voice Commands.......................440Point of Interest (POI) Categories...............433Quick-touch Buttons.......................................439Setting Your Navigation Preferences.........434Normal Scheduled Maintenance..........4566.2L and 6.8L Gasoline Engines..................4566.7L Diesel Engine..............................................457
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Oil Change Indicator Reset......................236Resetting the Oil Life MonitoringSystem..............................................................236Oil CheckSee: Engine Oil Check......................................235Opening and Closing the Hood..............232
Ordering Additional Owner'sLiterature.......................................................221Obtaining a French Owner’s Manual...........221Overhead Console........................................139
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Parking Aid......................................................179Rear Parking Aid..................................................179Parking Aids....................................................179Parking Brake.................................................170Passive Anti-Theft System........................64SecuriLock™..........................................................64PATSSee: Passive Anti-Theft System.....................64Pedals................................................................69Perchlorate.........................................................11Phone.................................................................411Making Calls.........................................................413Pairing Subsequent Cell Phones..................412Pairing Your Cell Phone for the FirstTime....................................................................412Phone Menu Options........................................414Phone Settings....................................................417Phone Voice Commands.................................418Receiving Calls.....................................................413Text Messaging....................................................415Post-Crash Alert System...........................216Power Door LocksSee: Locking and Unlocking.............................56Power Seats...................................................120Power Lumbar.....................................................120Power Recline......................................................120Power Steering Fluid Check.....................244Power Take-Off.............................................156Power Windows..............................................76Accessory Delay.....................................................77Bounce-Back..........................................................76One-Touch Up or Down.....................................76Window Lock..........................................................77Protecting the Environment........................14
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Rear Axle..........................................................167Rear Seat Armrest........................................128
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Vehicle Storage.............................................261Battery...................................................................262Body.........................................................................261Brakes.....................................................................262Cooling system...................................................262Engine....................................................................262Fuel system..........................................................262General...................................................................261Miscellaneous.....................................................262Removing Vehicle From Storage.................262Tires........................................................................262VentilationSee: Climate Control..........................................110VINSee: Vehicle Identification Number............305Voice Control....................................................67
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Warning Lamps and Indicators................844X2.............................................................................874X4 HIGH.................................................................874X4 LOW.................................................................87Anti-Lock Braking System................................84Battery.....................................................................84Brake System........................................................84Check Fuel Cap.....................................................85Cruise Control........................................................85Diesel Warning Lights.........................................87Direction Indicator...............................................85Door Ajar.................................................................85Electronic Locking Differential........................85Engine Coolant Temperature..........................85Engine Oil................................................................85Fasten Safety Belt...............................................85Front Airbag...........................................................85High Beam..............................................................85Hill Descent............................................................85Low Fuel Level......................................................86Low Tire Pressure Warning..............................86Powertrain Malfunction/ReducedPower/Electronic Throttle Control...........86Service Engine Soon...........................................86Stability Control...................................................86Stability Control Off............................................87Transmission Tow/Haul.....................................87Washer Fluid Check....................................244
WashersSee: Cleaning the Exterior..............................256See: Wipers and Washers.................................70Waxing..............................................................257Wheel NutsSee: Changing a Road Wheel.......................290Wheels and Tires.........................................264General Information.........................................264Technical Specifications..................................301Windows and Mirrors....................................76Windshield Washers.....................................70Front Camera Washer........................................70Windshield Wipers.........................................70Speed dependent wipers..................................70Wipers and Washers.....................................70Wrecker TowingSee: Transporting the Vehicle.......................205
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