2021 FORD F-150 maintenance reset

an "H" for hours). The idle meter only
accumulates time while the vehicle is in
park (P) or neutral (N). Displayed time is
cumulative for the vehicle and cannot be
reset to zero. Police vehicles often
experience long periods of idling, during
which engine oil continues to break down
but distance is not accumulated on the
odometer. Engine Idle Hours have been
incorporated into the Intelligent Oil-Life
Monitor.
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the Normal
Schedule.
Axle and Transfer Case Maintenance
In four-wheel drive vehicles, axle(s) and
transfer case fluid changes or level checks
are not required unless a leak is suspected
or the assembly has been submerged in
water. Contact an authorized dealer for
service.
California Fuel Filter Replacement
If you register your vehicle in California, the
California Air Resources Board has
determined that the failure to perform this
maintenance item does not nullify the
emission warranty or limit recall liability
before the completion of your vehicle's
useful life. Ford Motor Company urges you
to have all recommended maintenance
services performed at the specified
intervals and to record all vehicle service.
Hot Climate Oil Change Intervals
Vehicles operating in the Middle East,
North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa or
locations with similar climates using an oil
that meets our specification or has an
American Petroleum Institute certified for
gasoline engines (certification mark) oil,
the normal oil change interval is 3,000 mi
(4,800 km). Engine Air Filter Replacement
The life of the engine air filter is dependent
on exposure to dusty and dirty conditions.
Vehicles operated in these conditions
require frequent inspection and
replacement of the engine air filter.
SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE - RAPTOR
If you operate your vehicle primarily in any
of the following conditions, you need to
perform extra maintenance, as indicated.
If you operate your vehicle occasionally
under any of these conditions, it is not
necessary to perform the extra
maintenance. For specific
recommendations, see your dealership
service advisor or technician.
Perform the services shown in the
following tables when specified or within
3,000 mi (4,800 km)
of the oil change
required message appearing in the
information display.
• Example 1: The message comes on at
28,751 mi (46,270 km)
. Perform the
30,000 mi (48,000 km) automatic
transmission fluid replacement.
• Example 2: The message has not come
on, but the odometer reads 30,000 mi
(48,000 km)
, for example, the oil
change reminder was reset at
25,000 mi (40,000 km)
. Perform the
engine air filter replacement.
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Towing a Trailer or Using a Car-top Carrier
Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the
information display and perform services listed in the
normal scheduled maintenance chart.
As required
Inspect and lubricate the U-joints.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
See the axle maintenance items under Exceptions.
Replace the spark plugs.
Every 60,000 mi
(96,000 km) Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances, as in Heavy Commercial Use,
such as Delivery, Taxi, Patrol Car or Livery
Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the
information display and perform services listed in the
normal scheduled maintenance chart.
As required
Replace the engine air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace the spark plugs.
Every
60,000 mi
(96,000 km) Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions, such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads
Replace the engine air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Every
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Rotate the tires, inspect tires for wear and measure the
tread depth.
Change the engine oil and filter. 1
Every
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
or six months
1 Reset your oil change reminder after each engine oil and filter change. See
Resetting
the Engine Oil Change Reminder (page 511).
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Exclusive Use of E85 - Flex Fuel Vehicles Only
If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regular
unleaded fuel.
Every oil change interval
Off-Road Driving
If you operate your vehicle primarily in any
of the following conditions, you need to
perform extra maintenance, as indicated.
If you operate your vehicle occasionally
under any of these conditions, it is not
necessary to perform the extra
maintenance. For specific
recommendations, see your dealership
service advisor or technician. Examples of
frequent conditions that would qualify are: •
Example 1: Continuous deep sand or
dune driving for more than 25 minutes
in a 4-wheel drive state using more
than 50% throttle at elevated ambient
temperatures (above 90°F (32°C).
• Example 2: Continuous off-road high
speed (above
55 mph (88.5 km/h) or
consistently using more than 50%
throttle) desert running operation for
more than 60 minutes in a 4-wheel
drive state at elevated ambient
temperatures (above
90°F (32°C).
• Example 3: Continuous on-road high
speed driving (
90 mph (145 km/h) or
more) for more than 30 minutes in a
4-wheel drive state at elevated
ambient temperatures (above
90°F
(32°C). Off-road Operation
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints and the U-joints.
Lubricate grease fittings, if applicable.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace the engine air filter.
Every
5,000 mi (8,000 km) or six months
Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
or six months Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Rotate the tires, inspect tires for wear and the measure
the tread depth.
Change the Front Axle Fluid.
Every
30,000 mi
(48,000 km) or two years Change the Transfer Case Fluid.
1 Reset your oil change reminder after each engine oil and filter change. See
Resetting
the Engine Oil Change Reminder (page 511).
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Roadside Assistance..................................483
Rollover Warning.........................................683
Route Guidance...........................................654
Adjusting the Guidance Prompt
Volume............................................................. 654
Canceling Route Guidance............................ 654
Repeating an Instruction................................ 654
Running-In See: Breaking-In................................................. 476
Running Out of Fuel...................................260 Adding Fuel From a Portable Fuel
Container......................................................... 260
Filling a Portable Fuel Container.................260
S
Satellite Radio
..............................................630
Locating the Satellite Radio Identification
Number.............................................................. 631
Satellite Radio Limitations............................ 630
Satellite Radio Settings................................... 631
Selecting a Channel.......................................... 631
What Is Satellite Radio................................... 630
Saving a Preset Position...........................209
Scheduled Maintenance
..........................664
Seatbelt Extensions......................................70
Seatbelt Precautions....................................63
Seatbelt Reminder.........................................67 How Does the Seatbelt Reminder
Work..................................................................... 67
Seatbelt Reminder Audible Warnings.........69
Seatbelt Reminder Indicators......................... 69
Switching the Seatbelt Reminder On and Off........................................................................\
. 69
Seatbelts...........................................................63 Automatic Locking Mode.................................. 65
Seatbelt Reminder............................................... 67
Sensitive Locking Mode..................................... 65
Security.............................................................134 Anti-Theft Alarm System................................ 134
Anti-Theft Alarm System Settings..............135
Passive Anti-Theft System............................. 134
Security – Troubleshooting............................ 136
Security – Troubleshooting......................136 Security – Frequently Asked
Questions.......................................................... 137
Security – Information Messages................136
Selecting a Drive Mode - Raptor............372 Selecting a Drive Mode
..............................373
Selecting a Four-Wheel Drive Mode - Raptor...........................................................293
Selecting a Four-Wheel Drive Mode.............................................................294
Selecting the Audio Source.....................626
Selective Catalytic Reduction System Guidelines....................................................274
Selective Catalytic Reduction System Precautions.................................................273
Selective Catalytic Reduction System Requirements.............................................274
Selective Catalytic Reduction System..........................................................273
Filling the Selective Catalytic Reduction System Tank.................................................... 275
Selective Catalytic Reduction System – Troubleshooting............................................. 277
Selective Catalytic Reduction System – Troubleshooting.........................................277
Selective Catalytic Reduction System – Information Messages................................. 277
Selective Catalytic Reduction System – Warning Lamps.............................................. 277
Sending and Receiving a Text Message......................................................646
Sensitive Locking Mode...............................65 How Does Sensitive Locking Mode
Work..................................................................... 65
What is Sensitive Locking Mode.................... 65
Service Data
.....................................................30
Setting a Destination.................................653
Setting a Destination Using a Point of
Interest............................................................. 654
Setting a Destination Using a Predictive Destination
..................................................... 654
Setting a Destination Using a Recent Destination
..................................................... 654
Setting a Destination Using a Saved Destination
..................................................... 654
Setting a Destination Using the Map Screen............................................................... 653
Setting a Destination Using the Text Entry Screen............................................................... 653
Setting a Memory Preset..........................627
Settings Data
....................................................31
Setting the Adaptive Cruise Control Gap
................................................................356
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