2021 FORD F-150 maintenance schedule

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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Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the Normal
Schedule.
Axle and Transfer Case Maintenance
In four-wheel drive vehicle's 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.
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PERCHLORATE
Certain components in your vehicle such
as airbag modules, seatbelt pretensioners
and remote control batteries may contain
perchlorate material. Special handling
may apply for service or vehicle end of life
disposal.
For more information visit:
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
RECOMMENDATION
We have built your vehicle to the highest
standards using quality parts. We
recommend that you demand the use of
genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts
whenever your vehicle requires scheduled
maintenance or repair. You can clearly
identify genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts
by looking for the Ford, FoMoCo or
Motorcraft branding on the parts or their
packaging. Scheduled Maintenance and
Mechanical Repairs
One of the best ways for you to make sure
that your vehicle provides years of service
is to have it maintained in line with our
recommendations using parts that
conform to the specifications detailed in
this Owner
’s Manual.
Genuine Ford and Motorcraft parts meet
or exceed these specifications.
Collision Repairs
We hope that you never experience a
collision, but accidents happen sometimes.
Genuine Ford replacement collision parts
meet our stringent requirements for fit,
finish, structural integrity, corrosion
protection and dent resistance. During
vehicle development we validate that
these parts deliver the intended level of
protection as a whole system. A great way
to know for sure you are getting this level
of protection is to use genuine Ford
replacement collision parts.
Warranty on Replacement Parts
Genuine Ford and Motorcraft replacement
parts are the only replacement parts that
benefit from a Ford Warranty.
The Ford Warranty may not cover damage
caused to your vehicle as a result of failed
non-Ford parts.
For additional information, refer to the
terms and conditions of the Ford Warranty.
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Moving the Seat Backward and
Forward.............................................................. 197
Removing the Head Restraint........................ 197
Unfolding the Seats.......................................... 205
Massage Seats..............................................201
Adjusting the Massage Seat
Settings............................................................ 202
Massage Seat Limitations............................... 201
Memory Function........................................209
Memory Function Precautions...............209
Mislock.............................................................105 Mislock Limitations............................................ 105
Switching Mislock On and Off.......................105
What Is Mislock................................................... 105
Mobile Communications Equipment...................................................735
Mobile Device Data........................................32
Moonroof Bounce-Back
............................168
Overriding Moonroof Bounce-Back............168
What Is Moonroof Bounce-Back.................. 168
Moonroof.........................................................167 Moonroof Bounce-Back.................................. 168
Motorcraft Parts - 2.7L EcoBoost™................................................580
Motorcraft Parts - 3.0L Diesel.................581
Motorcraft Parts - 3.3L
..............................582
Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L, Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)............................................585
Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L Ecoboost™, Raptor...........................................................584
Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L Ecoboost™.................................................583
Motorcraft Parts - 5.0L.............................586
Muting the Audio..........................................627
MyKey Settings...............................................98 Configurable MyKey Settings.......................... 98
Non-Configurable MyKey Settings................98
MyKey – Troubleshooting..........................101 MyKey – Frequently Asked
Questions......................................................... 103
MyKey – Information Messages.................... 101
MyKey ™
............................................................98
MyKey Settings..................................................... 98
MyKey – Troubleshooting................................ 101
N
Navigation Map Updates
..........................653 Navigation......................................................653
Adjusting the Map............................................. 653
Live Traffic............................................................ 653
Route Guidance................................................. 654
Setting a Destination....................................... 653
Waypoints............................................................ 654
Normal Scheduled Maintenance
..........667
O
Off-Road Driving
..........................................470
After Driving Your Vehicle Off-Road...........475
Basic Off-Road Driving Techniques............470
Driving Off-Road................................................. 471
Driving Through Water Limitations.............474
Driving Your Vehicle at High Speeds...........473
Off-Road Driving Aids...................................... 474
Off-Road Driving Precautions.......................470
Water Wading...................................................... 474
What Is Off-Road Driving............................... 470
On-Board Scale Limitations...................444
On-Board Scale
...........................................444
Opening and Closing the Flip Key...........90
Opening and Closing the Hood..............503
Opening and Closing the Moonroof......167
Opening and Closing the Sliding Windows.......................................................163
Opening and Closing the Sun Shade.............................................................167
Opening and Closing the Windows.......162
Opening the Tailgate
....................................113
Opening the Tailgate From Inside Your
Vehicle................................................................ 119
Opening the Tailgate From Outside Your Vehicle................................................................. 113
Opening the Tailgate Using the Remote Control................................................................ 119
Operating the Doors From Inside Your Vehicle...........................................................104
Individually Unlocking and Locking the Doors Using the Locking Button..............104
Opening the Doors From Inside Your Vehicle............................................................... 105
Operating the Doors From Outside Your Vehicle...........................................................104
Unlocking and Locking the Doors Using the Key Blade.......................................................... 104
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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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Setting the Adaptive Cruise Control
Speed............................................................355
Setting the Blower Motor Speed............187
Setting the Clock and Date.....................628
Setting the Cruise Control Speed.........350
Setting the Hill Descent Speed..............330
Setting the Speed Sign Recognition Speed Tolerance
........................................410
Setting the Speed Sign Recognition Speed Warning..........................................410
Setting the Temperature............................187
Setting the Trail Control Speed - Raptor...........................................................324
Setting the Wake Word
............................640
Setting Up the Trailer Backup Assistance for a Conventional Trailer......................446
Applying the Trailer Reversing Aid Sticker............................................................... 448
Calibrating the System................................... 449
Configuring the Trailer..................................... 446
Trailer Sensor Installation.............................. 448
Setting Up Trailer Reverse Guidance for a Conventional Trailer.............................459
Applying the Trailer Reverse Aid Sticker................................................................ 461
Calibrating the System.................................... 462
Configuring the Trailer..................................... 459
Trailer Sensor Installation............................... 461
Shifting Your Vehicle Into Gear - Police Responder...................................................283
Shifting Your Vehicle Into Gear - Raptor...........................................................282
Shifting Your Vehicle Into Gear...............282
Side Parking Aid...........................................336 Locating the Side Parking Aid
Sensors............................................................. 337
Side Parking Aid Audible Warnings.............337
Side Parking Aid Limitations......................... 336
What is the Side Parking Aid......................... 336
Sitting in the Correct Position
..................195
Smart Hitch Limitations............................442
Smart Hitch
...................................................442
Snow Plowing Precautions......................479
Snow Plowing...............................................479
Snowplow Mode................................................ 481
Snowplow Mode
..........................................481
Switching Snowplow Mode On and
Off....................................................................... 481What Is Snowplow Mode................................
481
Sounding the Panic Alarm
...........................91
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance - Diesel..............................670
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance - Gasoline.........................675
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance - Raptor
.............................678
Speed Control See: Cruise Control........................................... 350
Speedometer...................................................171
Speed Sign Recognition Indicators....................................................409
Speed Sign Recognition Limitations.................................................409
Speed Sign Recognition Precautions................................................409
Speed Sign Recognition...........................409 Speed Sign Recognition –
Troubleshooting............................................. 410
Speed Sign Recognition – Troubleshooting
........................................410
Speed Sign Recognition – Frequently Asked
Questions.......................................................... 411
Speed Sign Recognition – Information Messages.......................................................... 410
Stability Control Indicator........................323
Stability Control
............................................321
Starter Switch See: Ignition Switch.......................................... 236
Starting and Stopping the Engine – Precautions.................................................236
Starting and Stopping the Engine.........236 Automatic Engine Stop - Vehicles With:
Keyless Entry and Push Button
Start................................................................... 243
Engine Block Heater......................................... 240
Police Engine Idle - Police Responder....................................................... 242
Starting and Stopping the Engine – Troubleshooting............................................ 244
Starting the Engine............................................ 237
Stopping the Engine.......................................... 241
Starting and Stopping the Engine – Troubleshooting........................................244
Starting and Stopping the Engine – Frequently Asked Questions....................246
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