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your vehicle
’s maintenance. It covers
regular checkups, routine inspections,
preventive care and replacement of select
items that require periodic attention for
normal wear:
• Windshield wiper blades.
• Spark plugs.
• The clutch disc.
• Brake pads and linings.
• Shock absorbers.
• Struts.
• Engine Belts.
• Engine coolant hoses, clamps and
o-rings.
• Diesel exhaust fluid replenishment.
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Take advantage of our interest free
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You can get more protection for your
vehicle by purchasing a Ford Extended
Service Plan. Ford Extended Service Plan
is the only service contract backed by Ford
Motor Company of Canada, Limited.
Depending on the plan you purchase, Ford
Extended Service Plan provides benefits
such as:
•
Rental reimbursement.
• Coverage for certain maintenance and
wear items.
• Protection against repair costs after
your New Vehicle Limited Warranty
Coverage expires.
• Roadside Assistance benefits.
There are several Ford Extended Service
Plans available in various time, distance
and deductible combinations. Each plan
is tailored to fit your own driving needs,
including reimbursement for towing and
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provided by a network of participating
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Note: Repairs performed outside of
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not eligible for Ford Extended Service Plan
coverage.
This information is subject to change. For
more information, visit your local Ford of
Canada dealer or www.ford.ca to find the
Ford Extended Service Plan that is right for
you.
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There are three types of maintenance
intervals for general vehicle environments:
On-Highway, City and Severe Service. In
all applications, monitoring miles
(kilometers) and time and when the engine
is due for an oil change determine the
actual interval. When the engine oil change
is required before the truck lubrication
interval, perform the lubrication at the
same time in order to reduce your vehicle
’s
time out of service.
Air Brake Adjustment WARNING
Failure to maintain proper air brake
adjustment can result in reduction
or loss of braking ability.
A qualified service technician, keeping to
the instructions in the service manual,
should perform air brake inspection and
adjustment or repairs.
Cam Brakes - Automatic Slack
Adjusters
WARNING
Do not manually adjust the
automatic slack adjusters to correct
excessive push rod stroke as it may
result in reduced brake effectiveness and
a vehicle crash. Excessive push rod stroke
indicates that a problem exists with the
automatic adjuster, with the installation
of the adjuster, or with foundation brake
components that manual adjustment does
not remedy. Seek service from a qualified
facility for excessive push rod stroke. Inspect standard air brakes equipped with
automatic slack adjusters for proper brake
adjustment as listed in the maintenance
schedule charts.
However, inspect the brakes more
frequently when subjecting them to heavy
use or adverse operating conditions such
as:
•
Frequent brake applications while fully
loaded.
• Operation on hilly or mountainous
terrain.
• Frequent operation on dirt, gravel or
mud.
Some aftermarket brake linings also
require more frequent inspections.
Owner Checks and Services
Make sure you perform the following basic
maintenance checks and inspections every
month or at six-month intervals.
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Check every month
Air filter restriction gauge. *
Engine oil level.
Fuel and water separator. Drain if necessary, or if indicated by the information display. *
Function of all interior and exterior lights.
Holes and slots in the tail pipe to make sure they are functional and clear of debris. *
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure. Windshield washer fluid level.
* Diesel engine only. Check every six months
Battery connections. Clean if necessary.
Body and door drain holes for obstructions. Clean if necessary. Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength.
Door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if necessary.
Hinges, latches and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if necessary. Parking brake for proper operation.
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, airbag and safety belt) for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
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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).
Single rear wheels
Tighten the wheel lug nuts to the specified torque *
at 100
miles (160 km), and again at 500 miles (800 km) of new vehicle operation and after any wheel disturbance (such as tire rotation, changing a flat tire or wheel removal).
Dual rear wheels
* See Technical Specifications (page 249).
Multi-point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right,
it is important to have the systems on your
vehicle checked regularly. This can help
identify potential issues and prevent major
problems. We recommend having the
following multi-point inspection performed
at every scheduled maintenance interval
to help make sure your vehicle keeps
running great. Multi-point inspection
Horn operation
Accessory drive belt(s)
Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hoses
Battery performance
Suspension component for leaks ordamage
Engine air filter
Steering and linkage
Exhaust system
Tires (including spare) for wear and properpressure**
Exterior lamps and hazard warning system
operation
Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
Fluid levels *
; fill if necessary
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Multi-point inspection
Washer spray and wiper operation
For oil and fluid leaks
Hood rest for lubrication
* Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission, power steering and window
washer.
** If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expiration
Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed.
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
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor™
(Diesel Engine Only)
Your diesel engine is equipped with an
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor that determines
when you should change the engine oil
based on how your vehicle is used. By using
several important factors in its
calculations, the monitor helps reduce the
cost of owning your vehicle and reduces
environmental waste at the same time. This means you do not have to remember
to change the oil on a mileage-based
schedule. Your vehicle lets you know when
an oil change is due by displaying a
message in the information display.
The following table provides examples of
vehicle use and its impact on oil change
intervals. It is a guideline only. Actual oil
change intervals depend on several factors
and generally decrease with severity of
use.
When to expect the message prompting you to change your oil
Vehicle use and example
Interval
Normal
7500-10000 miles
(12000-16000 km) Normal commuting with highway driving
No, or moderate, load or towing
Flat to moderately hilly roads
No extended idling
Severe
5000-7499 miles
(8000-11999 km)
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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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2
2-Speed Rear Axle........................................119
Axle Shifting.......................................................... 119
A
A/C See: Climate Control........................................... 70
About This Manual...........................................7
Diesel Engine Information................................... 8
Minor Troubleshooting Guide............................ 9
Warnings.................................................................... 8
ABS See: Brakes........................................................... 120
ABS driving hints See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes................................................................ 120
Accessories
.....................................................310
Accessories See: Replacement Parts
Recommendation............................................ 13
Adjusting the Headlamps
........................206
Horizontal Aim Adjustment........................... 207
Vertical Aim Adjustment................................ 206
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
...................44
Air Brakes.........................................................125 Air Chamber Stroke Indication...................... 125
Cam Brakes - Automatic Slack Adjusters........................................................... 125
Emergency Air Brake......................................... 126
Air Conditioning See: Climate Control........................................... 70
Air Filter See: Changing the Engine Air Filter - 6.7L
Diesel................................................................... 211
See: Changing the Engine Air Filter - 6.8L..................................................................... 210
Air Induction System Inspection.............217 Chassis-mounted Charge Air Cooler...........218
Air Suspension
...............................................138
Air Suspension Dump Button........................ 138
Connecting and Disconnecting a Trailer with Air Suspension and Air Suspension
Dump Button................................................... 138
Suspension Conversions................................. 138
System Indicator Light...................................... 138
Appendices....................................................345 Audible Warnings and Indicators..............61
Headlamps On Warning Chime....................... 61
Key in Ignition Warning Chime......................... 61
Audio Control
..................................................44
Media........................................................................\
45
Seek, Next or Previous........................................ 45
Audio Input Jack............................................277
Audio System
................................................270
General Information......................................... 270
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ SYNC..............................................................272
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM.......271
Automatic Transmission.............................113 Brake-Shift Interlock.......................................... 116
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or Snow.................................................................... 117
Understanding the Shift Positions of a 6– Speed Automatic Transmission..........113
Understanding your SelectShift Automatic ™ transmission.......................... 114
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check
............................................................200
Checking Automatic Transmission
Fluid................................................................... 200
Auxiliary Power Points..................................81 110 Volt AC Power Points.................................... 81
12 Volt DC Power Point........................................ 81
Locations.................................................................. 81
Auxiliary Switches........................................310
Axle Inspection
..............................................221
Front Axle............................................................... 221
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery..................... 204
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood............181
Booster Seats..................................................25 Types of Booster Seats...................................... 26
Brake Fluid Check.........................................201
Brakes...............................................................120 General Information.......................................... 120
Brake System Inspection...........................218 Air Brakes............................................................... 219
Driveline Parking Brake..................................... 221
Hydraulic Brakes................................................ 220
Breaking-In.....................................................146
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Bulb Specification Chart..........................209
C
California Proposition 65.............................13
Capacities and Specifications - 6.7L Diesel..............................................................261
Engine Oil Specifications............................... 268
Specifications..................................................... 263
Capacities and Specifications - 6.8L
................................................................256
Specifications...................................................... 257
Capacities and Specifications.................251
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior.............................. 225
Changing a Bulb..........................................208 Brake Lamp, Rear Lamp, Rear Direction
Indicator, License Plate Lamp and
Reverse Lamp................................................ 209
Front Clearance and Identification Lamp................................................................. 208
Headlamp Bulbs................................................ 208
Changing a Fuse............................................170 Fuses....................................................................... 170
Changing a Road Wheel............................247 Tire Change Procedure..................................... 247
Changing the 12V Battery.........................204 Battery Management System (If
Equipped)....................................................... 205
Changing the Coalescer Filter Element.........................................................189
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 6.7L Diesel...............................................................211
Air Filter Replacement...................................... 212
Air Filter Restriction Gauge............................... 211
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 6.8L.................................................................210
Changing the Engine-Mounted and Diesel Fuel Conditioner Module Fuel
Filters - 6.7L Diesel....................................215
Diesel Fuel Conditioner Module Filter.........215
Engine-mounted Fuel Filter............................ 216
Purging Air from the Fuel System.................217
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter...............................................................188
Engine lubrication for severe service operation.......................................................... 188
Changing the Wiper Blades....................206 Checking the Wiper Blades.....................206
Child Restraint and Seatbelt
Maintenance..................................................37
Child Restraint Positioning
..........................27
Child Safety........................................................17
General Information............................................. 17
Child Safety Locks.........................................28
Cleaning Products.......................................225
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels.......................229
Cleaning the Engine....................................226
Cleaning the Exterior..................................225 Exterior Chrome Parts...................................... 225
Exterior Plastic Parts........................................ 226
Stripes or Graphics............................................ 226
Underbody........................................................... 226
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens.........................228
Cleaning the Interior....................................227
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades............................................................227
Climate Control...............................................70
Cold Weather Precautions........................148 Winter Operating Tips for Arctic Operation
-20°F (-29°C) and Below.......................... 149
Coolant Check See: Engine Coolant Check - 6.7L Diesel....195
See: Engine Coolant Check - 6.8L...............190
Cruise Control
..................................................45
Principle of Operation....................................... 134
Cruise control See: Using Cruise Control................................ 134
Customer Assistance
..................................156
D
Data Recording.................................................12 Service Data Recording....................................... 12
Daytime Running Lamps............................48
Diesel Particulate Filter................................87
Direction Indicators.......................................48
DPF See: Diesel Particulate Filter............................ 87
Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap - 6.7L Diesel
.............................................................203
Draining the Diesel Fuel Conditioner Module
(DFCM)............................................................. 203
Driving Aids
.....................................................136
Driving Hints...................................................146
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