A message appears in the information
display when it is time for an oil change.
Make sure you perform the oil change
within two weeks or 500 miles (800
kilometers) of the message appearing.
Make sure you reset the Intelligent Oil-Life
Monitor after each oil change. See
Instrument Cluster (page 54).
If your information display resets
prematurely or becomes inoperative, you
should perform the oil change interval at
six months or 5000 miles (8000
kilometers) from your last oil change.
Never exceed one year or 10000 miles
(16000 kilometers) between oil change
intervals.
All Vehicles
Your vehicle is very sophisticated and built
with multiple, complex, performance
systems. Every manufacturer develops
these systems using different
specifications and performance features.
That is why it is important to rely upon your
dealership to properly diagnose and repair
your vehicle.
Ford Motor Company has recommended
maintenance intervals for various parts
and component systems based upon
engineering testing. Ford Motor Company
relies upon this testing to determine the
most appropriate mileage for replacement
of oils and fluids to protect your vehicle at
the lowest overall cost to you and
recommends against maintenance
schedules that deviate from the scheduled
maintenance information.
We strongly recommend the use of only
genuine Ford, Motorcraft or
Ford-authorized re-manufactured
replacement parts engineered for your
vehicle. 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.
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
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Diesel Engine
At every oil change interval as indicated by the information display
1
Change the engine oil and filter. 2
Drain the fuel filter water trap.
Refill the diesel exhaust fluid tank.
Rotate the tires 3
, inspect the tires for wear and measure tread depth.
Perform a multi-point inspection (recommended).
Inspect the air filter restriction gauge. Replace the filter if necessary.
Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level. Consult an authorized dealer for
requirements.
Inspect the brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake linings, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect the engine and secondary coolant level and hoses.
Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints.
Lubricate components equipped with grease fittings.
1 Do not exceed one year or 10000 miles (16000 kilometers) between service intervals.
2 Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes.
3 Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted. Other maintenance items
1
Inspect the engine and secondary cooling system
concentration (freeze-point protection), additive (corro-
sion inhibitor) strength, coolant level and hoses. 2
Every 15000 miles (24000
km)
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel
filters.3
Every 22500 miles (36000
km)
Replace the air inlet foam filter.
Every 45000 miles (72000
km)
Replace the front wheel bearing grease and grease seal
if using non-sealed bearings.
Every 60000 miles (96000
km)
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Operating in dusty or sandy conditions (such as unpaved or dusty roads)
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel
filters.
Every 15000 miles (24000
km), six months, 600 engine
hours, or as indicated by the
information display
Replace the air inlet foam filter.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Replace the wheel bearing grease and grease seals if using
non-sealed bearings.
* Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted.
** Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. Off-road operation
Inspect functional holes in each leg of the twin exhaust
tips and the holes under the shield just inboard of the right
rear tire to make sure they are clean and clear of debris or
foreign materials. Refer to the Vehicle Care chapter of your
owner ’s manual for more information.
As required
Inspect the steering and suspension ball joints and tie rods.
Lubricate any grease fittings.
Rotate the tires*
, inspect the tires for wear and measure
tread depth.
Every 7500 miles (12000
km), six months or 300
engine hours
Inspect the brake system pads and rotors.
Inspect the air filter restriction gauge. Replace the filter if
necessary.
Change the engine oil and filter. **
Every 7500 miles (12000
km) or 300 engine hours
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel
filters.
Every 15000 miles (24000
km), six months, 600 engine
hours, or as indicated by the
information display
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Off-road operation
Replace the air inlet foam filter.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Replace the wheel bearing grease and grease seals if using
non-sealed bearings.
* Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted.
** Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. Using biodiesel, up to and including 20% biodiesel (B20)
Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the
information display, and perform the services listed in the
scheduled maintenance chart.
As required
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel
filters.
Every 15000 miles (24000
km), six months, 600 engine
hours, or as indicated by the
information display Using fuel other than ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel - vehicles operated where ultra-low
sulfur diesel fuel is not required or available
Change engine oil and filter.
Every 2500 miles (4000
km) or three months (if
using high sulfur fuel with
more than 500 ppm sulfur)
Change engine oil and filter.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km) or six months (if using
high sulfur fuel with fewer
than 500 ppm sulfur)
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
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Manual Seats...................................................75
Manual Lumbar .................................................... 76
Moving the Seat Backward and Forward............................................................... 75
Recline Adjustment............................................. 75
Tilting the Seatback Forward (Two-Passenger Bench Seat).................... 76
Message Center See: Information Displays................................. 62
Mirrors See: Windows and Mirrors................................ 50
Mobile Communications Equipment......14
Motorcraft Parts - 6.7L Diesel.................253
Motorcraft Parts - 6.8L..............................252
N
Noise Pollution Control.................................16 Air Intake System.................................................. 16
Body........................................................................\
... 16
Cooling System...................................................... 16
Engine........................................................................\
16
Exhaust System..................................................... 16
Transmission Enclosure...................................... 16
Normal Scheduled Maintenance............321 Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor™ (Diesel Engine
Only)................................................................... 321
Normal Maintenance Intervals..................... 322
O
Oil Change Indicator Reset
.......................190
Oil Check See: Engine Oil Check - 6.7L Diesel.............186
See: Engine Oil Check - 6.8L.......................... 185
Opening and Closing the Hood................181 Closing the Hood................................................ 182
Opening the Hood............................................... 181
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature......................................................160
Obtaining a French Owner ’s Manual..........160
Overhead Console
.........................................83
P
Parking Brake
...................................................121
Air Brakes............................................................... 123
Hydraulic Brakes................................................... 121Passive Anti-Theft System.........................42
SecuriLock ™.......................................................... 42
PATS See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 42
Perchlorate........................................................13
Power Door Locks See: Locking and Unlocking............................. 40
Power Seats
.....................................................76
Air-Ride Seat........................................................... 77
Power Steering Fluid Check.....................202
Power Take-Off
...............................................117
Power Windows.............................................50
Bounce-Back......................................................... 50
One-Touch Up or Down.................................... 50
Window Lock......................................................... 50
Protecting the Environment........................16
R
Rear Axle Fluid Check
.................................223
Changing the Fluid............................................. 223
Checking the Fluid Level.................................. 223
Rear Axle
...........................................................118
General Information........................................... 118
Rear Seat Armrest.........................................80
Rear Seats
.........................................................78
Folding the Rear Seat Back (Crew Cab)
........................................................................\
........ 78
Folding up the Rear Seat Cushion.................. 78
Returning the Seat to the Seating Position............................................................... 78
Recommended Towing Weights.............141
Refueling - 6.7L Diesel
.................................101
Fuel Filler Cap....................................................... 101
Fuel Fill Rate......................................................... 102
Refueling - 6.8L
............................................100
Fuel Filler Cap...................................................... 100
Remote Control..............................................38 Car Finder................................................................ 39
Integrated Keyhead Transmitters .................38
Replacing the Battery......................................... 38
Sounding a Panic Alarm.................................... 39
Removing a Headlamp
.............................208
Repairing Minor Paint Damage..............228
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