2017 FORD F250 SUPER DUTY Owners Manual

Ford Motor Company has recommendedmaintenance intervals for various partsand component systems based uponengineering testing. Ford Motor Companyrelies upon this testing to determine themost appropriate mileage for replacementof oils and fluids to protect your vehicle atthe lowest overall cost to you andrecommends against maintenanceschedules that deviate from the scheduledmaintenance information.
We strongly recommend the use of onlygenuine Ford, Motorcraft orFord-authorized re-manufacturedreplacement parts engineered for yourvehicle.
Additives and Chemicals
This owner's manual and the FordWorkshop Manual list the recommendedadditives and chemicals for your vehicle.We do not recommend using chemicals oradditives not approved by us as part ofyour vehicle’s normal maintenance. Pleaseconsult your warranty information.
Oils, Fluids and Flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is anormal operating characteristic and, byitself, does not necessarily indicate aconcern or that the fluid needs to bechanged. However, a qualified expert, suchas the factory-trained technicians at yourdealership, should inspect discolored fluidsthat also show signs of overheating orforeign material contaminationimmediately.
Make sure to change your vehicle’s oils andfluids at the specified intervals or inconjunction with a repair. Flushing is aviable way to change fluid for many vehiclesub-systems during scheduledmaintenance. It is critical that systems areflushed only with new fluid that is the sameas that required to fill and operate thesystem or using a Ford-approved flushingchemical.
Owner Checks and Services
Make sure you perform the following basicmaintenance checks and inspections everymonth or at six-month intervals.
Check every month
Air filter restriction gauge.
Fuel and water separator. Drain if necessary (or if indicated by the information display).
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure.
Holes and slots in the tail pipe to make sure they are functional and clear of debris.
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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).
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:Tighten the lug nuts to the specified torque. See Technical Specifications (page413).
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 and cabin 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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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
Gasoline Engine(s)
Normal Maintenance Intervals
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 coolant concentration (freeze-point protection), level 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.
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Other maintenance items
Replace cabin air filter.Every 15000 miles (24000km)
Replace engine air filter.Every 30000 miles (48000km)
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter on 5-speedtransmission. Consult dealer for requirements.Every 60000 miles (96000km)Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seal if non-sealed bearings are used.
Replace spark plugs.Every 97500 miles (156000km)
Change engine coolant.*Every 105000 miles(168000 km)Inspect accessory drive belt(s).**
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter on 6-speedtransmission. Consult dealer for requirements.
Every 150000 miles(240000 km)
Replace accessory drive belt(s) if not replaced within thelast 100000 miles (160000 km).
Replace front wheel bearings and seals if non-sealedbearings are used.
Change axle(s) fluid. (see exceptions)
Change transfer case fluid. (if equipped)
* Initial replacement at six years or 105000 miles (168000 kilometers), then every threeyears or 45000 miles (72000 kilometers).** If not replaced, inspect every 15000 miles (24000 kilometers).
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Diesel Engine(s)
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor
Your vehicle has an Intelligent Oil-LifeMonitor that determines when you shouldchange the engine oil based on how youuse your vehicle. By using severalimportant factors in its calculations, themonitor helps reduce the cost of owningyour vehicle and reduces environmentalwaste at the same time.
This means you do not have to rememberto change the oil on a mileage-basedschedule. Your vehicle lets you know whenan oil change is due by displaying amessage in the information display.
The following table provides examples ofvehicle use and its impact on oil changeintervals. It is a guideline only. Actual oilchange intervals depend on several factorsand generally decrease with severity ofuse.
When to expect the message prompting you to change your oil
Vehicle use and exampleMiles (km)
Normal
7500-10000(12000-16000)
Normal commuting with highway drivingNo, or moderate, load or towingFlat to moderately hilly roadsNo extended idling
Severe
5000-7499(8000-11999)
Moderate to heavy load or towingMountainous or off-road conditionsExtended idling (200-300 hours)Extended hot or cold operation
Extreme
3000-4999(4000-7999)Maximum load or towingExtreme hot or cold operationUse of high sulfur diesel fuel
Note:Use the appropriate special operating condition for maintenance information whenusing high sulfur diesel fuels, operating your vehicle off-road or in dusty conditions (such asunpaved roads).
Note:For every hour that your vehicle idles, it has accumulated the equivalent ofapproximately 25 miles (40 kilometers) of driving.
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Normal Maintenance Intervals
At every oil change interval as indicated by the information display1
Change the engine oil and filter.2
Fuel and water separator. Drain if necessary (or if indicated by the information display).
Refill the diesel exhaust fluid tank.
Rotate the tires3, 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 your dealer for requirements.
Inspect the brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake linings, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect the engine and secondary cooling system coolant concentration (freeze-pointprotection), level and hoses.
Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect the front axle and U-joints. Lubricate any grease fittings. (Four-wheel drivevehicles)
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints.Lubricate any 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 wheelsonly if unusual wear is noted.
Other maintenance items1
Replace the cabin air filter.Every 20000 miles (32000km)
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuelfilters.Every 30000 miles (48000km)
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Other maintenance items1
Inspect the engine and secondary cooling system coolantconcentration (freeze-point protection), additive (corro-sion inhibitor) strength, coolant level, and hoses. Addcoolant additive if necessary.
Replace the air inlet foam filter.Every 45000 miles (72000km)
Replace the front wheel bearing grease and grease sealif using non-sealed bearings. (Two-wheel drive vehicles)Every 60000 miles (96000km)
Inspect the accessory drive belt(s).2At 90000 miles (144000km)
Change the crankcase ventilation filter assembly.Every 100000 miles(160000 km)Change the engine and secondary cooling system coolant.3
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter. Consultan authorized dealer for requirements.
Every 150000 miles(240000 km)
Replace the accessory drive belt(s) if not replaced withinthe last 100000 miles (160000 km)
Replace the front wheel bearings and seals if using non-sealed bearings. (Two-wheel drive vehicles)
Change axle(s) fluid. (see exceptions)
Change transfer case fluid. (if equipped)
1You can perform these maintenance items within 3000 miles (4800 kilometers) of thelast oil change. Do not exceed the designated distance for the interval.
Note:When adding coolant additive, do not exceed the specified maximum of 48 fluidounces (1.4 liters) for the engine and 16 fluid ounces (473 ml) for the secondary coolingsystem. Operating the engine with excessive coolant additive may cause overheating whichcould lead to severe, permanent engine damage.2Perform follow-up inspections every 15000 miles (24000 kilometers) after the initial
inspection. Replace the belt(s) at 150000 miles (240000 kilometers).3Initial change is at six years or 100000 miles (160000 kilometers), then every three yearsor 45000 miles (72000 kilometers).
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SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Gasoline Engine(s)
If you operate your vehicle primarily in any
of the following conditions, you need toperform extra maintenance as indicated.If you operate your vehicle occasionallyunder any of these conditions, it is notnecessary to perform the extramaintenance. For specificrecommendations, see your dealershipservice advisor or technician.
Towing a trailer or using a car-top carrier
Inspect and lubricate U-joints if equipped with greasefittings.Inspect frequently, serviceas required
See axle maintenance items under Exceptions.
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 if equipped with greasefittings.
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals ifnon-sealed bearings are used.Every 30000 miles (48000km)
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).Every 60000 miles (96000km)Replace spark plugs.
*Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheelsonly if unusual wear is noted.
Extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, as in heavy commercial use(such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery)
Replace engine air filter.Inspect frequently, serviceas required
Inspect brake system.Every 5000 miles (8000km)Inspect wheels and related components for abnormalnoise, wear, looseness or drag.
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