2021 FORD F-150 engine coolant

Multi-Point Inspection
Windshield for cracks, chips or pits
For oil and fluid leaks
Washer spray and wiper operation
Half-shaft dust boots
1 Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission and window washer.
2 If your vehicle has a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expiration Use By date
on the canister. Replace as needed.
Be sure to ask your dealership service
advisor or technician about the multi-point
vehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive
way to perform a thorough inspection of
your vehicle. Your checklist gives you
immediate feedback on the overall
condition of your vehicle.
NORMAL SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Oil Change Reminder
Your vehicle comes with an oil change
reminder that determines when you should
change the engine oil based on how you
use your vehicle. Your vehicle lets you know when an oil
change is due by displaying a message in
the information display.
The following table provides examples of
vehicle use and its impact on oil change
intervals. It is a guideline only. Actual oil
change intervals depend on several factors
and generally decrease with severity of
use.When to Expect the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED Message
Vehicle Use and Example
Interval 1
Normal
7,500– 10,000 mi
(12,000– 16,000 km) Normal commuting with highway driving.
No, or moderate, load or towing.
Flat to moderately hilly roads.
No extended idling.
Severe
5,000– 7,500 mi
(8,000– 12,000 km) Moderate to heavy load or towing.
Mountainous or off-road conditions.
Extended idling.
Extended hot or cold operation.
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When to Expect the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED Message
Vehicle Use and Example
Interval 1
Extreme
3,000–5,000 mi
(5,000–8,000 km) Maximum load or towing.
Extreme hot or cold operation.
1 Hybrid vehicles may achieve longer distances between oil changes, but do not exceed
the 1 year max oil change interval. Remaining oil life can be accessed through the
information display.
Normal Maintenance Intervals At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Information Display
1
Change the engine oil and filter. 2
Rotate the tires, inspect for tire wear and measure the tread depth.
Perform a multi-point inspection, recommended.
Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level, if applicable with dipstick. Consult your
dealer for requirements.
Inspect the brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake linings, hoses and the parking brake.
Inspect the engine coolant system strength and hoses.
Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect the front axle and U-joints. Lubricate grease fittings if applicable. 3
Inspect the half-shaft boots.
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tire-rod ends, driveshaft and the U-
joints. Lubricate any areas with grease fittings.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or
drag.
1 Do not exceed one year or 10,000 mi (16,000 km) between service intervals.
2 Reset the oil change reminder after engine oil and filter changes. See
Resetting the
Engine Oil Change Reminder (page 511).
3 Four-wheel drive vehicles only.
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Other Maintenance Items
1
Replace the accessory drive belt(s).
Change the engine coolant. 5
At 200,000 mi
(322,000 km)
1 Perform these maintenance items within
3,000 mi (4,800 km) of the last engine oil and
filter change. Do not exceed the designated distance for the interval.
2 Only for vehicles with pickup bed power outlet.
3 After initial inspection, inspect every other oil change until replaced.
4 Four-wheel drive vehicles only.
5 Initial replacement at 10 years or
200,000 mi (322,000 km), then every five years or
100,000 mi (160,000 km).
SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE - DIESEL
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. Towing a Trailer or Using a Car-Top Carrier
Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the
information display, and perform the services listed in the
scheduled maintenance chart.
As required
See the axle maintenance items under Exceptions.
Inspect and lubricate the U-joints.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel
filters.
Every
30,000 mi
(48,000 km) or six months,
600 engine hours
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Towing a Trailer or Using a Car-Top Carrier
Inspect the engine and cooling system coolant concentra-
tion and freeze-point protection.
Every 30,000 mi
(48,000 km) or 1200 engine
hours
Flush and refill the coolant.
At
60,000 mi (96,000 km)
or 2400 engine hours
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. Frequent or Extended Idling - Over 10 Minutes Per Hour of Normal Driving or Frequent
Low-Speed Operation if you use your Vehicle for Stationary Operation
Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the
information display, and perform the services listed in the
scheduled maintenance chart.
As required
Inspect the air filter restriction gauge. Replace the filter if
necessary.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel
filters.
Every
30,000 mi
(48,000 km), six months or
600 engine hours
Inspect the engine and cooling system coolant concentra-
tion and freeze-point protection.
Every
30,000 mi
(48,000 km) or 1200 engine
hours
Flush and refill the coolant.
At
60,000 mi (96,000 km)
or 2400 engine hours
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. Frequent Low-Speed Operation, Consistent Heavy Traffic Under 25 mph (40 km/h) or
Long Rush-Hour Traffic
Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the
information display, and perform the services listed in the
scheduled maintenance chart.
As required
Inspect the air filter restriction gauge. Replace the filter if
necessary.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel
filters.
Every
30,000 mi
(48,000 km), six months or
600 engine hours
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Frequent Low-Speed Operation, Consistent Heavy Traffic Under 25 mph (40 km/h) or
Long Rush-Hour Traffic
Inspect the engine and cooling system coolant concentra-
tion and freeze-point protection.
Every 30,000 mi
(48,000 km) or 1200 engine
hours
Flush and refill the coolant.
At
60,000 mi (96,000 km)
or 2400 engine hours
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. Sustained High-Speed Driving at Gross Vehicle Weight Rating - Maximum Loaded Weight
for Vehicle Operation
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
30,000 mi
(48,000 km), six months or
600 engine hours
Inspect the engine and cooling system coolant concentra-
tion and freeze-point protection.
Every
30,000 mi
(48,000 km) or 1200 engine
hours
Flush and refill the coolant.
At
60,000 mi (96,000 km)
or 2400 engine hours
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
30,000 mi
(48,000 km), six months or
600 engine hours
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Changing the Remote Control Battery -
Vehicles With: Push Button Start..........92
Changing the Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot Name or Password..................................624
Charging a Device.........................................215
Charging a Wireless Device.......................231
Checking MyKey System Status............100
Checking the Brake Fluid
..........................309
Checking the Coolant..................................511
Checking the Seatbelts
...............................69
Checking the Selective Catalytic Reduction System Status.......................277
Checking the Tire Pressures....................555
Checking the Wiper Blades
......................144
Children and Airbags.....................................75
Child Restraint Anchor Points...................50 Locating the Child Restraint Lower Anchor
Points................................................................... 50
Locating the Child Restraint Top Tether Anchor Points.................................................... 51
What Are the Child Restraint Anchor Points................................................................... 50
Child Restraints...............................................52 Child Restraint Position Information.............52
Child Restraints Recommendation...............53
Child Safety......................................................49 Child Restraint Anchor Points......................... 50
Child Restraints..................................................... 52
Installing Child Restraints................................. 53
Child Safety Locks.........................................62
Child Safety Precautions.............................49
Cleaning Products.......................................534
Cleaning the Exterior..................................535 Cleaning Camera Lenses and
Sensors............................................................. 536
Cleaning Chrome, Aluminium or Stainless Steel................................................................... 535
Cleaning Headlamps and Rear Lamps............................................................... 535
Cleaning Stripes or Graphics.........................536
Cleaning the Engine Compartment...........536
Cleaning the Exterior Precautions...............535
Cleaning the Underbody................................. 536
Cleaning Wheels................................................ 535
Cleaning Windows and Wiper Blades............................................................... 535
Cleaning the Interior....................................537 Cleaning Carpets and Floor Mats................538 Cleaning Displays and Screens.....................
537
Cleaning Moonroof Tracks............................. 538
Cleaning Plastic.................................................. 537
Cleaning Seatbelts............................................ 538
Cleaning Seats and the Headliner...............537
Cleaning the Instrument Panel.....................537
Clearing All MyKeys
.....................................100
Clearing the Garage Door Opener..........212
Climate Control
.............................................186
Auto Mode............................................................ 188
Climate Control Hints.................................189
Closing the Tailgate
......................................119
Closing the Tailgate From Inside Your
Vehicle................................................................ 119
Closing the Tailgate From Outside Your Vehicle................................................................ 119
Closing the Tailgate Using the Remote Control............................................................... 120
Cold Weather Precautions.......................476
Connected Vehicle
......................................620
Connected Vehicle –
Troubleshooting............................................. 621
Connecting the Vehicle to a Mobile Network........................................................... 620
Connected Vehicle Data...............................31
Connected Vehicle Limitations..............620
Connected Vehicle Requirements
........620
Connected Vehicle – Troubleshooting.........................................621
Connected Vehicle – Frequently Asked Questions......................................................... 621
Connecting a Bluetooth® Device.........648
Connecting a Trailer....................................424 Connecting a Trailer –
Troubleshooting............................................ 427
Hitches................................................................... 424
Connecting a Trailer Precautions..........424
Connecting a Trailer – Troubleshooting........................................427
Connecting a Trailer – Information Messages.......................................................... 427
Connecting the Vehicle to a Mobile Network.......................................................620
Connecting FordPass to the Modem.........620
Enabling and Disabling the Modem...........620
What Is the Modem.......................................... 620
Connecting the Vehicle to a Wi-Fi Network.......................................................620
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Eco Idle – Troubleshooting.......................251
Eco Idle – Frequently Asked
Questions.......................................................... 251
Electric Parking Brake Audible Warning.........................................................312
Electric Parking Brake..................................311
Electric Parking Brake –
Troubleshooting............................................. 312
Electric Parking Brake – Troubleshooting.........................................312
Electric Parking Brake – Information Messages.......................................................... 313
Electric Parking Brake – Warning Lamps................................................................. 312
Electric Power Steering.............................332 Electric Power Steering Adaptive
Steering............................................................. 332
Electric Power Steering Precautions..........332
Electromagnetic Compatibility
..............763
Electronic Locking Differential................301 Electronic Locking Differential –
Troubleshooting........................................... 306
Electronic Locking Differential Indicators....................................................306
Electronic Locking Differential Precautions..................................................301
Electronic Locking Differential – Troubleshooting.......................................306
Electronic Locking Differential – Information Messages................................ 306
Emergency Call Limitations.......................88
Emergency Call Requirements
..................87
Emergency Call System Data....................32
Emergency Towing
......................................492
Emission Law................................................760
Enabling Apps on an Android Device...........................................................649
Enabling Apps on an iOS Device...........649
Enabling or Disabling Personal Profiles...........................................................651
Enabling Remote Start...............................183
End User License Agreement..................735
Engine Air Filter..............................................515 Changing the Engine Air Filter....................... 516
Checking the Engine Air Filter Restriction Gauge................................................................. 515
Engine Air Filter - Information Messages.......................................................... 518Engine Block Heater...................................240
Engine Block Heater Precautions................240
How Does the Engine Block Heater
Work.................................................................... 241
Using the Engine Block Heater...................... 241
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge..............................................................172
Engine Oil Capacity and Specification - 2.7L EcoBoost™
........................................587
Engine Oil Capacity and Specification - 3.0L Diesel
..................................................588
Engine Oil Capacity and Specification - 3.3L................................................................590
Engine Oil Capacity and Specification - 3.5L, Hybrid Electric Vehicle
(HEV)............................................................594
Engine Oil Capacity and Specification - 3.5L Ecoboost™........................................592
Engine Oil Capacity and Specification - 5.0L................................................................596
Engine Oil........................................................510 Adding Engine Oil............................................... 510
Checking the Engine Oil Level....................... 510
Engine Oil Capacity and Specification........511
Engine Oil Dipstick Overview......................... 510
Resetting the Engine Oil Change Reminder............................................................ 511
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge........................172
Engine Specifications - 2.7L EcoBoost™.................................................574
Engine Specifications - 3.0L Diesel.......575
Engine Specifications - 3.3L....................576
Engine Specifications - 3.5L, Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)
.............................578
Engine Specifications - 3.5L Ecoboost™..................................................577
Engine Specifications - 5.0L....................579
Entering a Parallel Parking Space.........346
Entering a Perpendicular Parking Space.............................................................347
Evasive Steering Assist.............................402 Evasive Steering Assist Limitations............402
Switching Evasive Steering Assist On and
Off...................................................................... 402
What Is Evasive Steering Assist................... 402
Event Data
........................................................30
Exiting a Parking Space.............................347
Export Unique Options...............................761
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