2017 FORD F250 SUPER DUTY maintenance

BREAKING-IN
You need to break in new tires forapproximately 300 mi (480 km). Duringthis time, your vehicle may exhibit someunusual driving characteristics.
Avoid driving too fast during the first1,000 mi (1,600 km). Vary your speedfrequently and change up through thegears early. Do not labor the engine.
Drive your new vehicle at least 1,000 mi(1,600 km) before towing a trailer. Makesure you use the specified engine oil. SeeCapacities and Specifications (page422).
Do not add friction modifier compoundsor special break-in oils during the first fewthousand miles (kilometers) of operation.These additives may prevent piston ringseating.
ECONOMICAL DRIVING
Your fuel economy is affected by severalthings, such as how you drive, theconditions you drive under, and how youmaintain your vehicle.
You may improve your fuel economy bykeeping these things in mind:
•Accelerate and slow down in a smooth,moderate fashion.
•Drive at steady speeds withoutstopping.
•Anticipate stops; slowing down mayeliminate the need to stop.
•Combine errands and minimizestop-and-go driving.
•Close the windows for high-speeddriving.
•Drive at reasonable speeds (travelingat 55 mph [88 km/h] uses 15% lessfuel than traveling at 65 mph [105km/h]).
•Keep the tires properly inflated and useonly the recommended size.
•Use the recommended engine oil.
•Perform all regularly scheduledmaintenance.
Avoid these actions; they reduce your fueleconomy:
•Sudden accelerations or hardaccelerations.
•Revving the engine before turning it off.
•Idle for periods longer than one minute.
•Warm up your vehicle on coldmornings.
•Use the air conditioner or frontdefroster.
•Use the speed control in hilly terrain.
•Rest your foot on the brake pedal whiledriving.
•Drive a heavily loaded vehicle or tow atrailer.
•Carry unnecessary weight(approximately 1 mpg [0.4 km/L] islost for every 400 lb [180 kilogram] ofweight carried).
•Driving with the wheels out ofalignment.
Conditions
•Heavily loading a vehicle or towing atrailer may reduce fuel economy at anyspeed.
•Adding certain accessories to yourvehicle (for example bug deflectors,rollbars, light bars, running boards, skiracks or luggage racks) may reducefuel economy.
•To maximize the fuel economy, drivewith the tonneau cover installed (ifequipped).
•Using fuel blended with alcohol maylower fuel economy.
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Driving Hints

•Front wheel toe may requirere-adjustment to prevent prematureuneven tire wear. Specifications are inthe Ford Workshop Manual.
•Headlight aim may requirere-adjustment.
•The tire air pressures recommendedfor general driving are on the vehicle’sSafety Certification Label. Themaximum cold inflation pressure forthe tire and associated load rating ison the tire sidewall. Tire air pressuremay require re-adjustment within thesepressure limits to accommodate theadditional weight of the snowplowinstallation.
•Federal and some local regulationsrequire additional exterior lamps forsnowplow-equipped vehicles. Consultyour authorized dealer for additionalinformation.
Operating the Vehicle with theSnowplow Attached
Note:Do not use your vehicle for snowremoval until you have driven at least500 mi (800 km).
Ford recommends vehicle speed does notexceed 45 mph (72 km/h) whensnowplowing.
The attached snowplow blade restrictsairflow to the radiator, and may cause theengine to run at a higher temperature:Attention to engine temperature isespecially important when outsidetemperatures are above freezing. Anglethe blade to maximize airflow to theradiator and monitor engine temperatureto determine whether a left or right angleprovides the best performance.
Follow the severe duty schedule in yourScheduled Maintenance information forengine oil and transmission fluid changeintervals.
Snowplowing with your AirbagEquipped Vehicle
WARNINGS
Do not attempt to service, repair, ormodify the airbag supplementalrestraint system (SRS) or its fuses.Contact an authorized dealer.
Additional equipment for examplesnowplow equipment may affect theperformance of the airbag sensorsincreasing the risk of injury. Please refer tothe Body Builders Layout Book forinstructions about the appropriateinstallation of additional equipment.
All occupants of the vehicle,including the driver, should alwaysproperly wear their seatbelt, evenwhen provided with an airbagsupplemental restraint system (SRS).
Your vehicle is equipped with a driver andpassenger airbag supplemental restraintsystem. The supplemental restraint systemwill activate in certain frontal and offsetfrontal collisions when the vehicle sustainssufficient frontal deceleration.
Careless or high speed driving whileplowing snow that results in sufficientvehicle decelerations can deploy theairbags. Such driving also increases the riskof accidents.
Never remove or defeat the trippingmechanisms designed into the snowremoval equipment by its manufacturer.Doing so may cause damage to the vehicleand the snow removal equipment as wellas possible airbag deployment.
Engine temperature while plowing
When driving with a plow, your engine mayrun at a higher temperature than normalbecause the attached snowplow blade willrestrict airflow to the radiator.
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GETTING THE SERVICES YOU
NEED
Warranty repairs to your vehicle must beperformed by an authorized dealer. Whileany authorized dealer handling your vehicleline will provide warranty service, werecommend you return to your sellingauthorized dealer who wants to ensureyour continued satisfaction.
Please note that certain warranty repairsrequire special training and equipment, sonot all authorized dealers are authorizedto perform all warranty repairs. This meansthat, depending on the warranty repairneeded, you may have to take your vehicleto another authorized dealer.
A reasonable time must be allowed toperform a repair after taking your vehicleto the authorized dealer. Repairs will bemade using Ford or Motorcraft® parts, orremanufactured or other parts that areauthorized by Ford.
Away From Home
If you are away from home when yourvehicle needs service, contact the FordCustomer Relationship Center or use theonline resources listed below to find thenearest authorized dealer.
In the United States:
Mailing address
Ford Motor CompanyCustomer Relationship CenterP.O. Box 6248Dearborn, MI 48126
Telephone
1-800-392-3673 (FORD)(TDD for the hearing impaired:1-800-232-5952)
Additional information and resources areavailable online:
Website
www.owner.ford.com
These are some of the items that can befound online:
•U.S. dealer locator by Dealer Name,City/State or Zip Code.
•Owner Manuals.
•Maintenance Schedules.
•Recalls.
•Ford Extended Service Plans.
•Ford Genuine Accessories.
•Service specials and promotions.
In Canada:
Mailing address
Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6K 0C8
Telephone
1-800-565-3673 (FORD)
Website
www.ford.ca
Twitter
@FordServiceCA (English Canada)@FordServiceQC (Quebec)
Additional Assistance
If you have questions or concerns, or areunsatisfied with the service you arereceiving, follow these steps:
1. Contact your Sales Representative orService Advisor at your selling orservicing authorized dealer.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Have your vehicle serviced regularly to helpmaintain its roadworthiness and resalevalue. There is a large network ofauthorized dealers that are there to helpyou with their professional servicingexpertise. We believe that their speciallytrained technicians are best qualified toservice your vehicle properly and expertly.They are supported by a wide range ofhighly specialized tools developedspecifically for servicing your vehicle.
If your vehicle requires professional service,an authorized dealer can provide thenecessary parts and service. Check yourwarranty information to find out whichparts and services are covered.
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants,fluids and service parts conforming tospecifications. Motorcraft® parts aredesigned and built to provide the bestperformance in your vehicle.
Precautions
•Do not work on a hot engine.
•Make sure that nothing gets caught inmoving parts.
•Do not work on a vehicle with theengine running in an enclosed space,unless you are sure you have enoughventilation.
•Keep all open flames and other burningmaterial (such as cigarettes) awayfrom the battery and all fuel relatedparts.
Working with the Engine Off
1.Set the parking brake and shift to park(P).
2. Switch off the engine.
3. Block the wheels.
Working with the Engine On
WARNING
To reduce the risk of vehicle damageand/or personal burn injuries, do notstart your engine with the air cleanerremoved and do not remove it while theengine is running.
1.Set the parking brake and shift to park(P).
2. Block the wheels.
OPENING AND CLOSING THE
HOOD
1.Inside the vehicle, pull the hood releasehandle located under the left hand sideof the instrument panel.
2. Go to the front of your vehicle andlocate the secondary release leverunder the front of the hood near thecenter of your vehicle.
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3. Raise the hood until the lift cylindershold it open.
4. To close, lower the hood and makesure that it is closed properly and fullylatched.
UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 6.2L
Air filter. See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 356).A.
Engine compartment fuse box. See Fuse Specification Chart (page 312).B.
Automatic transmission fluid dipstick. See Automatic Transmission FluidCheck (page 340).C.
Brake fluid reservoir. See Brake Fluid Check (page 343).D.
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Windshield washer fluid reservoir. See Washer Fluid Check (page 344).E.
Engine coolant reservoir. See Engine Coolant Check (page 332).F.
Power steering fluid reservoir. See Power Steering Fluid Check (page 344).G.
Engine oil filler cap. See Engine Oil Check (page 327).H.
Engine oil dipstick. See Engine Oil Dipstick (page 327).I.
Battery. See Changing the 12V Battery (page 346).J.
UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 6.7L DIESEL
F-Super Duty
Air filter restriction gauge. See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 357).A.
Engine compartment fuse box. See Fuse Specification Chart (page 312).B.
Engine oil dipstick. See Engine Oil Dipstick (page 327).C.
Automatic transmission fluid dipstick. See Automatic Transmission FluidCheck (page 340).D.
Engine oil fill. See Engine Oil Check (page 328).E.
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Brake fluid reservoir. See Brake Fluid Check (page 343).F.
Engine cooling system coolant reservoir (primary high-temperature coolingsystem). See Engine Coolant Check (page 336).G.
Battery. See Changing the 12V Battery (page 346).H.
Windshield washer fluid reservoir. See Washer Fluid Check (page 344).I.
Power steering fluid reservoir. See Power Steering Fluid Check (page 344).J.
Secondary cooling system coolant reservoir. See Engine Coolant Check (page336).K.
Battery. See Changing the 12V Battery (page 346).L.
Air filter assembly. See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 357).M.
Scheduled Maintenance
The recommended scheduledmaintenance services are required becausethey are considered essential to the lifeand performance of your vehicle. SeeNormal Scheduled Maintenance (page576).
Use only recommended fuel, lubricants,fluids and service parts conforming to Fordspecifications. Motorcraft® parts aredesigned and built for best performancein your vehicle. See Capacities andSpecifications (page 427).
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UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW - 6.8L
Air filter. See Changing the Engine Air Filter (page 356).A.
Engine compartment fuse box. See Fuse Specification Chart (page 312).B.
Automatic transmission fluid dipstick. See Automatic Transmission FluidCheck (page 340).C.
Engine oil dipstick. See Engine Oil Dipstick (page 327).D.
Brake fluid reservoir. See Brake Fluid Check (page 343).E.
Windshield washer fluid reservoir. See Washer Fluid Check (page 344).F.
Engine coolant reservoir. See Engine Coolant Check (page 332).G.
Power steering fluid reservoir. See Power Steering Fluid Check (page 344).H.
Engine oil filler cap. See Engine Oil Check (page 327).I.
Battery. See Changing the 12V Battery (page 346).J.
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