2020 FORD F-150 maintenance schedule

For detailed interval information, see
Scheduled Maintenance in your Owner's
Manual or your local maintenance guide.
POWER STEERING FLUID
CHECK
Your vehicle is equipped with an electric
power steering (EPS) system. There is no
fluid reservoir to check or fill.
CHANGING THE 12V BATTERY
WARNING: Batteries normally
produce explosive gases which can
cause personal injury. Therefore, do not
allow flames, sparks or lighted
substances to come near the battery.
When working near the battery, always
shield your face and protect your eyes.
Always provide correct ventilation. WARNING:
When lifting a
plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure
on the end walls could cause acid to flow
through the vent caps, resulting in
personal injury and damage to the
vehicle or battery. Lift the battery with a
battery carrier or with your hands on
opposite corners. WARNING:
Keep batteries out of
reach of children. Batteries contain
sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin,
eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes when
working near the battery to protect
against possible splashing of acid
solution. In case of acid contact with skin
or eyes, flush immediately with water for
a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt
medical attention. If acid is swallowed,
call a physician immediately. WARNING:
Battery posts,
terminals and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. Wash your hands
after handling
. WARNING:
This vehicle may have
more than one battery. Removing the
battery cables from only one battery
does not disconnect your vehicle
electrical system. Make sure you
disconnect the battery cables from all
batteries when disconnecting power.
Failure to do so may cause serious
personal injury or property damage.
Your vehicle is fitted with a Motorcraft
maintenance-free battery which normally
does not require additional water.
When a battery replacement is required,
you must use a recommended
replacement battery that matches the
electrical requirements of the vehicle.
Note: After cleaning or replacing the
battery, make sure you reinstall the battery
vent tube, battery cover or shield.
For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the
top of the battery clean and dry.
If you see any corrosion on the battery or
terminals, remove the cables from the
terminals and clean with a wire brush. You
can neutralize the acid with a solution of
baking soda and water.
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5. Locate the vertical adjuster on each
headlamp. Use a #2 Phillips
screwdriver to turn the adjuster either
counterclockwise or clockwise in order
to adjust the vertical aim of the
headlamp.
6. Repeat Steps 3 through 7 to adjust the
other headlamp.
7. Close the hood and turn off the lamps.
Horizontal Aim Adjustment
Horizontal aim is not required for this
vehicle and is not adjustable.
WASHER FLUID CHECK WARNING: If you operate your
vehicle in temperatures below 40°F
(5°C), use washer fluid with antifreeze
protection. Failure to use washer fluid
with antifreeze protection in cold
weather could result in impaired
windshield vision and increase the risk
of injury or accident.
Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is
low. Only use a washer fluid that meets
Ford specifications. See
Capacities and
Specifications (page 424). State or local regulations on volatile
organic compounds may restrict the use
of methanol, a common windshield washer
antifreeze additive. Washer fluids
containing non-methanol antifreeze
agents should be used only if they provide
cold weather protection without damaging
the vehicle
’s paint finish, wiper blades or
washer system.
FUEL FILTER - DIESEL
Your fuel filters must be changed at the
correct service interval or when you see the
low fuel pressure message appear. See
Scheduled Maintenance
(page 553).
FUEL FILTER - GASOLINE
Your vehicle is equipped with a lifetime
fuel filter that is integrated with the fuel
tank. Regular maintenance or replacement
is not needed.
CHECKING THE WIPER
BLADES Run the tip of your fingers over the edge of
the blade to check for roughness.
Clean the wiper blades with washer fluid
or water applied with a soft sponge or
cloth.
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Rotating your tires at the
recommended interval (as
indicated in the Scheduled
Maintenance chapter) will help
your tires wear more evenly,
providing better tire performance
and longer tire life.
Rear-wheel drive vehicles and
four-wheel drive vehicles (front
tires at left of diagram)
Sometimes irregular tire wear can
be corrected by rotating the tires.
USING SNOW CHAINS
WARNING: Snow tires must be the
same size, load index and speed rating
as those originally provided by Ford. Use
of any tire or wheel not recommended
by Ford can affect the safety and
performance of your vehicle, which could
result in an increased risk of loss of
control, vehicle rollover, personal injury
and death. Additionally, the use of
non-recommended tires and wheels can
cause steering, suspension, axle, transfer
case or power transfer unit failure.
Follow the Ford recommended tire
inflation pressure found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label (on the
door hinge pillar, door latch post or the
door edge that meets the door latch
post, next to the driver seat), or Tire
Label on the B-Pillar or the edge of the
driver door. Failure to follow the tire
pressure recommendations can cause
uneven treadwear patterns and
adversely affect the way your vehicle
handles.
Note: The suspension insulation and
bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage.
Do not remove these components from your
vehicle when using snow tires and chains.
The tires on your vehicle have all-weather
treads to provide traction in rain and snow.
However, in some climates, you may need
to use snow tires and cables. If you need
to use cables, it is recommended that steel
wheels (of the same size and
specifications) be used, as cables may chip
aluminum wheels.
Follow these guidelines when using snow
tires and chains:
• If possible, avoid fully loading your
vehicle.
• Conventional link type chains may
contact and cause damage to the
vehicle's wheel house and/or body.
• Do not install chains on the front tires
as this may interfere with suspension
components.
• Only certain snow cables or chains
have been approved by Ford/Lincoln
as safe for use on your vehicle with the
following tires: 245/70R17,
LT245/70R17, 265/70R17 and
265/60R18.
• You should install snow cables or
chains that have been rated as SAE
Class S.
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5. Remove the vehicle jack and fully
tighten the lug nuts in the order shown.
See Technical Specifications (page
422).
6. Stow the flat tire. See the Stowing the Flat or Spare Tire.
7. Stow the vehicle jack and lug wrench. Make sure the jack is securely fastened
before you drive. See Stowing the
Vehicle Jack and Tool Bag.
8. Unblock the wheels. Stowing the Flat or Spare Tire
Note:
Failure to follow the spare tire
stowage instructions may result in failure of
the cable or loss of the spare tire.
1. Lay the tire on the ground with the valve stem facing up.
2. Slide the wheel partially under the vehicle and install the retainer through
the wheel center. Pull on the cable to
align the components at the end of the
cable.
3. Turn the jack handle clockwise until the tire is raised to its stowed position
underneath the vehicle. The effort to
turn the jack handle increases
significantly and the spare tire carrier
ratchets or slips when the tire is raised
to the maximum tightness. Tighten to the best of your ability, to the point
where the ratchet or slip occurs, if
possible. The spare tire carrier does not
allow you to overtighten. If the spare
tire carrier ratchets or slips with little
effort, contact your authorized dealer.
4. Check that the tire lies flat against the frame and is properly tightened. Try to
push or pull, then turn the tire to be
sure it does not move. Loosen and
retighten, if necessary. Failure to
properly stow the spare tire may result
in failure of the winch cable and loss
of the tire.
5. Repeat this tightness check procedure
when servicing the spare tire pressure,
every six months, as per your scheduled
maintenance information, or at any
time that the spare tire is disturbed
through service of other components.
6. If removed, install the spare tire lock into the bumper drive tube with the
spare tire lock key and jack handle.
Stowing the Vehicle Jack and Tool
Bag 1. Adjust the jack up or down by rotating
the lead screw located on the end of
the jack. The stowage markings should
line up with the bottom channel.
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Drivebelt Routing
MOTORCRAFT PARTS - 2.7L ECOBOOST™
Part Number
Component
FA-1883
Air filter element.
FL-2062
Oil filter.
FT-202
Transmission oil filter.
BAGM-48H6-760
Battery.
BAGM-94RH7-800SP-578
Spark plugs.
WW-2248
Windshield wiper blade.
FP-79
Cabin air filter.
For scheduled maintenance, we
recommend Motorcraft® replacement
parts available at your authorized dealer
or at fordparts.com. The parts engineered
for your vehicle meet or exceed our
specifications. Use of other parts could
impact vehicle performance, emissions
and durability. Your warranty could be void
for any damage related to use of other
parts. If a Motorcraft® oil filter is not available,
use an oil filter that meets industry
performance specification
SAE/USCAR-36.
For spark plug replacement, contact an
authorized dealer. Replace the spark plugs
at the appropriate intervals. See
Scheduled Maintenance (page 553).
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MOTORCRAFT PARTS - 3.0L DIESEL
Part Number
Component
FA-1883
Air filter element.
FL-2081
Oil filter.
FT-202
Transmission oil filter.
BAGM-49H8
Battery.
ZD-22
Glow plugs.
WW-2248
Windshield wiper blade.
FP-79
Cabin air filter.
FD-4627
Fuel filter kit
For scheduled maintenance, we
recommend Motorcraft® replacement
parts available at your authorized dealer
or at fordparts.com. The parts engineered
for your vehicle meet or exceed our
specifications. Use of other parts may
impact vehicle performance, emissions
and durability. Your warranty may be void
for any damage related to use of other
parts. If a Motorcraft® oil filter is not available,
use an oil filter that meets industry
performance specification
SAE/USCAR-36.
For glow plug replacement, contact an
authorized dealer. See Scheduled
Maintenance (page 553).
MOTORCRAFT PARTS - 3.3L Part Number
Component
FA-1883
Air filter element.
FL-500-S
Oil filter.
FT-196
Transmission oil filter
BAGM-48H6-760
Battery.
BAGM-94RH7-800SP-520
Spark plugs.
WW-2248
Windshield wiper blade.
FP-79
Cabin air filter.
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For scheduled maintenance, we
recommend Motorcraft® replacement
parts available at your authorized dealer
or at fordparts.com. The parts engineered
for your vehicle meet or exceed our
specifications. Use of other parts could
impact vehicle performance, emissions
and durability. Your warranty could be void
for any damage related to use of other
parts.
If a Motorcraft® oil filter is not available,
use an oil filter that meets industry
performance specification
SAE/USCAR-36.
Replace the spark plugs at the appropriate
intervals. Replace the spark plugs at the
appropriate intervals.
MOTORCRAFT PARTS - 3.5L ECOBOOST™ Part Number
Component
FA-1883
Air filter element.
FL-500-S
Oil filter.
FT-202
Transmission oil filter.
BAGM-48H6-760
Battery.
BAGM-94RH7-800SP-578
Spark plugs.
WW-2248
Windshield wiper blade.
FP-79
Cabin air filter.
For scheduled maintenance, we
recommend Motorcraft® replacement
parts available at your authorized dealer
or at fordparts.com. The parts engineered
for your vehicle meet or exceed our
specifications. Use of other parts may
impact vehicle performance, emissions
and durability. Your warranty may be void
for any damage related to use of other
parts. If a Motorcraft® oil filter is not available,
use an oil filter that meets industry
performance specification
SAE/USCAR-36.
For spark plug replacement, contact an
authorized dealer. Replace the spark plugs
at the appropriate intervals.
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MOTORCRAFT PARTS - 5.0L
Part Number
Component
FA-1883
Air filter element.
FL-500-S
Oil filter.
FT-202
Transmission oil filter.
BAGM-48H6-760
Battery.
BAGM-94RH7-800SP-551
Spark plugs.
WW-2248
Windshield wiper blade.
FP-79
Cabin air filter.
For scheduled maintenance, we
recommend Motorcraft® replacement
parts available at your authorized dealer
or at fordparts.com. The parts engineered
for your vehicle meet or exceed our
specifications. Use of other parts may
impact vehicle performance, emissions
and durability. Your warranty may be void
for any damage related to use of other
parts.
If a Motorcraft® oil filter is not available,
use an oil filter that meets industry
performance specification
SAE/USCAR-36.
For spark plug replacement, contact an
authorized dealer. Replace the spark plugs
at the appropriate intervals.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER
The vehicle identification number is
located on the left-hand side of the
instrument panel. Please note that in the graphic, XXXX is
representative of your vehicle identification
number.
The Vehicle Identification Number contains
the following information:
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