2018 FORD F250 SUPER DUTY oil temperature

If you use oil and fluids that do not meet
the defined specification and viscosity
grade, this may lead to:
•
Component damage which is not
covered by the vehicle warranty.
• Longer engine cranking periods.
• Increased emission levels.
• Reduced engine performance.
• Reduced fuel economy.
• Degraded brake performance.
Note: An engine block heater is
recommended at temperatures below
– 10°F (– 23°C).
Engine Oil Specifications
The use of correct oil viscosities for diesel
engines is important for satisfactory
operation. Determine which oil viscosity
best suits the temperature range you
expect to encounter for the next service
interval from the following SAE viscosity
grade chart. 439
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Specification
Name
MERCON LV
Motorcraft® MERCON LV
XT-10-QLVC
WSS-M2C192-A
Spindle bearing:
High Temperature 4x4 Front Axle and Wheel Bearing
Grease
XG-11
WSS-M14P19-A
Windshield washer fluid (U.S.):
Motorcraft® Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate
with Bitterant
ZC-32-B2
WSS-M14P19-A
Windshield washer fluid (Canada):
Motorcraft® Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid
CXC-37-(A, B, D, F)
WSH-M17B19-A
A/C refrigerant (U.S.):
Motorcraft® R-134a Refrigerant
YN-19
WSH-M17B19-A
A/C refrigerant (Canada):
Motorcraft® R-134a Refrigerant
CYN-16-R
WSH-M1C231-B
A/C refrigerant compressor oil:
Motorcraft® PAG Refrigerant Compressor Oil
YN-12-D
ESB-M1C93-B
Multi-purpose grease:
Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Grease Spray
XL-5-A
-
Lock cylinders (U.S.):
Penetrating and Lock Lubricant
XL-1
-
Lock cylinders (Canada):
Penetrating Fluid
CXC-51-A
WSD-M1C227-A
Transmission, parking brake linkages and pivots, brake
pedal shift:
Motorcraft® Premium Long-Life Grease
XG-1-E
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If you use oil and fluids that do not meet
the defined specification and viscosity
grade, this may lead to:
•
Component damage which is not
covered by the vehicle warranty.
• Longer engine cranking periods.
• Increased emission levels.
• Reduced engine performance.
• Reduced fuel economy.
• Degraded brake performance.
We recommend Motorcraft® motor oil for
your vehicle. If Motorcraft® oil is not
available, use motor oils of the
recommended viscosity grade that meet
API SN requirements and display the API
Certification Mark for gasoline engines. Do
not use oil labeled with API SN service
category unless the label also displays the
API certification mark. An oil that displays this symbol conforms
to current engine, emission system and
fuel economy performance standards of
ILSAC.
Do not use supplemental engine oil
additives because they are unnecessary
and could lead to engine damage that may
not be covered by your vehicle warranty.
Note:
Ford recommends using DOT 4 Low
Viscosity (LV) High Performance Brake Fluid
or equivalent meeting WSS-M6C65-A2. Use
of any fluid other than the recommended
fluid may cause degraded brake
performance and not meet the Ford
performance standards. Keep brake fluid
clean and dry. Contamination with dirt,
water, petroleum products or other
materials may result in brake system
damage and possible failure.
Note: Automatic transmissions that require
MERCON® LV transmission fluid should
only use MERCON® LV transmission fluid.
The use of any other fluid may cause
transmission damage.
Alternative Engine Oil for
Extremely Cold Climates
To improve engine cold start performance,
we recommend that you use the following
alternative engine oil in extremely cold
climates, where the ambient temperature
reaches -22°F (-30°C) or below.
Materials Specification
Name
WSS-M2C947-A
Motorcraft® SAE 0W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor
Oil:
Engine Oil - SAE 0W-20
XO-0W20-QSP
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Sustained High-speed Driving at Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (Maximum Loaded Weight
for Vehicle Operation)
Inspect the engine and secondary cooling system coolant
concentration (freeze-point protection) and additive
(corrosion inhibitor) strength. Add coolant additive if
necessary.
Every 30,000 mi
(48,000 km) or 1200 engine
hours
Flush and refill the coolant. Do not add coolant additive.
Every
60,000 mi
(96,000 km) or 2400
engine hours
Note: When adding coolant additive, do not exceed the specified maximum of 48 fluid
ounces (1.4 liters) for the engine and 16 fluid ounces (473 ml) for the secondary cooling
system. Operating the engine with excessive coolant additive may cause overheating which
could lead to severe, permanent engine damage.
Note: After the initial coolant flush and fill at
60,000 mi (96,000 km) or 2400 engine
hours, flush and fill every 45,000 mi (72,000 km) or 1800 engine hours thereafter. Operating in Sustained Ambient Temperatures Below -9°F (-23°C) or Above 100°F (38°C)
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
15,000 mi
(24,000 km), six months or
600 engine hours
Replace the wheel bearing grease and grease seals if using
non-sealed bearings. (Two-wheel drive vehicles)
Every
30,000 mi
(48,000 km) Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions (Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads)
Rotate the tires1
, inspect the tires for wear and measure
tread depth.
Every
7,500 mi (12,000 km)
Inspect the brake system pads and rotors.
Inspect the air filter restriction gauge. Replace the filter if
necessary.
Inspect the steering and suspension ball joints and tie rods.
Lubricate any grease fittings.
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Off-road Operation
Change the rear axle fluid (Dana rear axles only - some F-
350s; all F-450s and F-550s).
Every 50,000 mi
(80,000 km)
Change the transfer case fluid. (Four-wheel drive vehicles)
Inspect the front axle fluid. (Four-wheel drive vehicles)
1 Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted.
2 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
15,000 mi
(24,000 km), six months or
300 engine hours 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
2,500 mi (4,000 km)
or three months (if using
high sulfur fuel with more
than 500 ppm sulfur)
Change engine oil and filter.
Every
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
or six months (if using high
sulfur fuel with fewer than
500 ppm sulfur)
Exceptions
Axle and Transfer Case Maintenance
Axle(s) and transfer case (4X4 only) fluid
changes or level checks are not required
unless a leak is suspected or the assembly
has been submerged in water. During long
periods of trailer towing with outside
temperatures above
70°F (21°C) or at wide-open throttle for long periods above
45 mph (72 km/h)
, change the rear axle
fluid every 30,000 mi (48,000 km) if the
rear axle is filled with non-synthetic fluid.
This interval can be waived and the
150,000 mi (240,000 km) service interval
can continue if the rear axle is filled with
75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford
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Direction Indicators.......................................93
Doors and Locks.............................................67
Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap - 6.7L Diesel
.............................................................352
Draining the Diesel Fuel Conditioner
Module.............................................................. 353
Filter Location...................................................... 352
Driver and Passenger Airbags....................47 Children and Airbags........................................... 52
Passenger Airbag On and Off Switch ..........47
Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment......................................................... 51
Driving Aids
.....................................................252
Driving Hints..................................................299
Driving Through Water..............................300
DRL See: Daytime Running Lamps.......................... 91
E
Economical Driving.....................................299
Electromagnetic Compatibility
.............609
Electronic Locking Differential................225
Activating the Electronic Locking
Differential....................................................... 225
Emission Law.................................................197 Noise Emissions Warranty, Prohibited
Tampering Acts and Maintenance.........198
Tampering With a Noise Control System............................................................... 197
End User License Agreement...................611 VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT (EULA) ................................... 611
Engine Block Heater....................................185 Using the Engine Block Heater...................... 186
Engine Coolant Check - 6.2L/6.8L........339 Adding Coolant.................................................. 339
Engine Coolant Temperature Management
.................................................. 342
Fail-Safe Cooling................................................ 341
Recycled Coolant.............................................. 340
Severe Climates.................................................. 341
Engine Coolant Check - 6.7L Diesel.............................................................343
Adding Coolant................................................... 343
Checking Coolant Corrosion Inhibitor Additive Strength ........................................ 346
Coolant Change.................................................. 347Engine and Secondary Cooling System
Refill Procedure............................................. 345
Engine-driven Cooling Fan (Fan Clutch).............................................................. 347
Recycled Coolant............................................... 345
Severe Climates................................................. 345
Engine Emission Control............................197
Engine Idle Shutdown................................185
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 76
Engine Oil Check - 6.2L/6.8L..................334 Adding Engine Oil.............................................. 334
Engine Oil Check - 6.7L Diesel................335 Adding Engine Oil.............................................. 336
Engine lubrication for severe service operation ......................................................... 336
Engine Oil Dipstick - 6.2L/6.8L...............334
Engine Oil Dipstick - 6.7L Diesel.............334
Engine Specifications - 6.2L.....................421 Drivebelt Routing................................................ 421
Engine Specifications - 6.7L Diesel........421 ........................................................................\
........... 421
Drivebelt Routing............................................... 422
Engine Specifications - 6.8L....................422 Drivebelt Routing............................................... 423
Entertainment................................................517 AM/FM Radio....................................................... 518
Apps....................................................................... 526
Bluetooth Stereo or USB................................ 525
CD (If equipped)................................................ 524
HD Radio ™ Information (If
Available).......................................................... 521
SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (If Activated)......................................................... 519
Sources................................................................... 518
Supported Media Players, Formats and Metadata Information................................ 526
USB Ports............................................................. 526
Environment.....................................................16
Essential Towing Checks..........................287 Before Towing a Trailer.................................... 294
Dynamic Hitching Using the Rear View Camera System............................................ 288
Hitches.................................................................. 289
Integrated Trailer Brake Controller...............291
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft (PWC)........................................ 295
Safety Chains....................................................... 291
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Trailer Brakes........................................................
291
Trailer Lamps...................................................... 294
Trailer Towing Connector................................ 287
When Towing a Trailer..................................... 295
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording............................................ 10
Export Unique Options.................................14
Exterior Mirrors................................................99
Blind Spot Information System..................... 101
Clearance Lamps ............................................... 101
Direction Indicator Mirrors ............................... 101
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors............................... 99
Heated Exterior Mirrors .................................... 101
Memory Mirrors ................................................... 101
Power Exterior Mirrors........................................ 99
PowerScope ™ Power Telescoping
Mirrors............................................................... 100
Puddle Lamps...................................................... 101
Spot Lamps........................................................... 101
Telescoping Mirrors........................................... 100
Trailer Towing Camera System...................... 101
F
Fastening the Seatbelts..............................38 Fastening the Cinch Tongue............................ 39
Rear Inflatable Seatbelt..................................... 41
Seatbelt Locking Modes................................... 40
Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy................39
Using the Seatbelt with Cinch Tongue (Front Center Seat on Super Cab and
Crew Cab).......................................................... 38
Floor Mats......................................................300
Fog Lamps - Front See: Front Fog Lamps........................................ 93
Foot Pedals See: Adjusting the Pedals................................. 86
Ford Credit
.........................................................12
US Only...................................................................... 12
Ford Protect
...................................................579
Ford Protect Extended Service Plan
(CANADA ONLY).......................................... 580
Ford Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S. Only).................................................................. 579
Four-Wheel Drive
.........................................216
Front Fog Lamps............................................93
Front Seat Armrest
......................................166
........................................................................\
........... 166Fuel and Refueling
.......................................187
Fuel Consumption.......................................195 Fuel Economy...................................................... 196
Fuel Filter - 6.2L/6.8L.................................353
Fuel Quality - Diesel
....................................189
Biodiesel................................................................ 190
Diesel Fuel Additives.......................................... 191
Fuel Requirements - Choosing The Right Fuel: Vehicles Operated Where Ultra Low
Sulfur Diesel Fuel Is Not Required .........189
Fuel Requirements - Choosing The Right Fuel: Vehicles Operated Where Ultra Low
Sulfur Diesel Fuel Is Required (United
States/Canada/Puerto Rico/U.S. Virgin
Islands And Other Locales) ...................... 189
Fuel Quality - E85........................................188 Choosing the Right Fuel - Flex Fuel
Vehicles............................................................. 188
Switching Between E85 and Gasoline............................................................ 189
Fuel Quality - Gasoline................................191 Choosing the Right Fuel.................................... 191
Fuel Shutoff..................................................305
Fuses.................................................................318
Fuse Specification Chart...........................318 Passenger Compartment Fuse
Panel.................................................................. 324
Power Distribution Box..................................... 318
G
Garage Door Opener See: Universal Garage Door Opener...........168
Gauges
.............................................................105
DEF Gauge............................................................ 108
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge...........107
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge.............................. 107
Fuel Gauge............................................................ 107
Transmission Fluid Temperature Gauge................................................................ 108
Turbo Boost Gauge........................................... 108
Type 1 and 2.......................................................... 105
Type 3..................................................................... 106
Gearbox See: Transmission.............................................. 210
General Information on Radio Frequencies...................................................56
Intelligent Access................................................. 56
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Adaptive Steering..............................................
109
Anti-Lock Braking System.............................. 109
Automatic High Beam...................................... 109
Battery.................................................................... 109
Blind Spot Monitor.............................................. 110
Brake System....................................................... 109
Check Fuel Cap.................................................... 110
Cruise Control....................................................... 110
Diesel Engine Brake............................................. 112
Diesel Exhaust Fluid............................................ 112
Direction Indicator............................................... 110
Door Ajar................................................................. 110
Electronic Locking Differential....................... 110
Engine Coolant Temperature.......................... 110
Engine Oil............................................................... 110
Fasten Seatbelt.................................................... 110
Front Airbag........................................................... 110
Front Fog Lamps................................................. 110
High Beam............................................................. 110
Hill Descent........................................................... 110
Low Fuel Level....................................................... 111
Low Tire Pressure Warning................................ 111
Powertrain Malfunction/Reduced Power/Electronic Throttle Control............111
Service Engine Soon............................................ 111
Stability Control.................................................... 111
Stability Control Off............................................. 111
Transmission Tow/Haul..................................... 111
Wait To Start.......................................................... 112
Water In Fuel.......................................................... 112
Washer Fluid Check.....................................351
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior................................ 371
See: Wipers and Washers................................. 87
Waxing..............................................................372
Wheel Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 408
Wheels and Tires........................................380 General Information......................................... 380
Technical Specifications.................................. 419
Windows and Mirrors...................................98
Windshield Washers.....................................88
Windshield Wipers.........................................87
Speed Dependent Wipers................................. 87
Wiper Blades See: Checking the Wiper Blades.................. 356
Wipers and Washers.....................................87
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