2019 FORD F-53 tires

Extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, as in heavy commercial use(such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery)
Change engine oil and filter.Every 5000 miles (8000km) or six months or 200engine hours
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals ifnon-sealed bearings are used.Every 30000 miles (48000km)
Replace spark plugs.Every 60000 miles (96000km)
*Vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified;rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted.
Operating in dusty or sandy conditions (such as unpaved or dusty roads)
Replace engine air filter.Inspect frequently, serviceas requiredReplace cabin air filter, if equipped.
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 U-joints.
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals ifnon-sealed bearings are used.Every 30000 miles (48000km)
Change rear axle fluid.Every 50000 miles (80000km)
*Vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified;rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted.
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the NormalSchedule:
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Economical Driving.......................................56Electromagnetic Compatibility...............163Emission Law...................................................34Noise Emissions Warranty, ProhibitedTampering Acts and Maintenance...........35Tampering With a Noise ControlSystem................................................................34Engine Block Heater......................................27Using the Engine Block Heater........................27Engine Coolant Check..................................96Adding Coolant.....................................................97Coolant Change...................................................99Engine Coolant TemperatureManagement..................................................100Fail-Safe Cooling.................................................99Recycled Coolant.................................................98Severe Climates...................................................98Engine Emission Control.............................34Engine Oil Check............................................95Adding Engine Oil.................................................95Engine Oil Dipstick.........................................95Engine Specifications.................................134Drivebelt Routing................................................134Environment.......................................................11Essential Towing Checks.............................53Before Towing a Trailer......................................54Hitches.....................................................................53Launching or Retrieving a Boat or PersonalWatercraft (PWC)...........................................55Safety Chains.........................................................53Trailer Brakes.........................................................54Trailer Lamps.........................................................54When Towing a Trailer........................................54Export Unique Options.................................10
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Flat TireSee: Changing a Road Wheel........................129Ford Credit...........................................................8US Only.......................................................................8Ford Protect....................................................143Ford Protect Extended Service Plan(CANADA ONLY)...........................................144Ford Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S.Only)...................................................................143
Fuel and Refueling.........................................29Fuel Consumption..........................................32Advertised Capacity............................................32Fuel Economy........................................................33Fuel Filter.........................................................105Fuel Quality......................................................29Choosing the Right Fuel....................................29Fuses....................................................................71Fuse Specification Chart..............................71Diode and Relay Module...................................83F53 Passenger Compartment FusePanel....................................................................84F53 Power Distribution Box...............................71
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Gauges................................................................16Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge..............17Engine Oil Pressure Gauge.................................17Fuel Gauge...............................................................17Speedometer..........................................................17Transmission Fluid TemperatureGauge....................................................................17GearboxSee: Transmission................................................38General Maintenance Information.........145Multi-point Inspection.......................................147Owner Checks and Services...........................146Protecting Your Investment............................145Why Maintain Your Vehicle?..........................145Why Maintain Your Vehicle at YourDealership?......................................................145Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada............................................................67Getting the Services You Need.................64Away From Home................................................64
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HandbrakeSee: Parking Brake...............................................42Hazard Flashers.............................................60Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes...............................................................41
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Ignition Switch.................................................25
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Safety Precautions........................................29Scheduled Maintenance Record.............152Scheduled Maintenance............................145Snow ChainsSee: Using Snow Chains..................................129Spare WheelSee: Changing a Road Wheel........................129Special Notices.................................................8Fleet Telematics Modem.....................................9FordPass Connect..................................................9New Vehicle Limited Warranty..........................8On Board Diagnostics Data LinkConnector.............................................................9Special Instructions...............................................8Special Operating Conditions ScheduledMaintenance...............................................150Exceptions..............................................................151Speed ControlSee: Cruise Control..............................................43Starter SwitchSee: Ignition Switch.............................................25Starting a Gasoline Engine.........................25Failure to Start.......................................................26Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes.................26Important Ventilating Information................26Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle isMoving.................................................................26Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle isStationary...........................................................26Starting and Stopping the Engine...........25General Information............................................25Steering Wheel.................................................12Symbols Glossary.............................................5
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Technical SpecificationsSee: Capacities and Specifications.............134The Better Business Bureau (BBB) AutoLine Program (U.S. Only).........................66Tire Care............................................................113Glossary of Tire Terminology...........................114Information About Uniform Tire QualityGrading...............................................................113Information Contained on the TireSidewall..............................................................115
Temperature A B C..............................................114Traction AA A B C.................................................113Treadwear...............................................................113TiresSee: Wheels and Tires.......................................113Towing a Trailer...............................................50Load Placement...................................................50Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels........55Emergency Towing..............................................55Towing................................................................50Transmission Code Designation..............137Transmission....................................................38Transporting the Vehicle.............................62Type Approvals.............................................165RF Certification Logos for Tire PressureMonitoring Sensor(s)...................................165
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Under Hood Overview - CommercialChassis............................................................93Under Hood Overview - MotorhomeChassis............................................................94Using Cruise Control.....................................43Canceling the Set Speed..................................44Changing the Set Speed...................................43Resuming the Set Speed..................................44Setting the Cruise Speed..................................43Switching Cruise Control Off...........................44Switching Cruise Control On............................43Using Snow Chains......................................129Utilizing the Mediation/ArbitrationProgram (Canada Only)...........................67
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Vehicle Care...................................................109General Information..........................................109Vehicle Certification Label.........................137Vehicle Identification Number.................136Vehicle Storage................................................111Body...........................................................................111Brakes.......................................................................112Cooling system......................................................111Disconnecting Your 12 Volt Battery................111Engine........................................................................111Fuel system.............................................................111General.....................................................................111
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Miscellaneous.......................................................112Removing Vehicle From Storage....................112Tires...........................................................................112VINSee: Vehicle Identification Number.............136
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Warning Lamps and Indicators..................18Anti-Lock Brake System WarningLamp.....................................................................18Battery.......................................................................18Brake Reserve System.........................................18Brake System Warning Lamp...........................18Cruise Control Indicator......................................19Direction Indicator................................................19Electronic Throttle Control................................19Fasten Seatbelt Warning Lamp.......................19Headlamp High Beam Indicator......................19Service Engine Soon............................................19Tow Haul Indicator................................................19WashersSee: Cleaning the Exterior...............................109See: Wipers and Washers..................................13Wheel NutsSee: Changing a Road Wheel........................129Wheels and Tires...........................................113Technical Specifications..................................133Windshield Washers......................................13Windshield Wipers..........................................13Wipers and Washers......................................13
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