2021 FORD TRANSIT maintenance schedule

NORMAL SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor™
Your vehicle is equipped with an Intelligent
Oil-Life Monitor that determines when you
should change the engine oil based on how
your vehicle is used. By using several
important factors in its calculations, the
monitor helps reduce the cost of owning
your vehicle and reduces environmental
waste at the same time.
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 message
Vehicle use and example
Interval
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.
Extreme
3,000–5,000 mi
(4,800–8,000 km) Maximum load or towing.
Extreme hot or cold operation.
Normal Maintenance Intervals At every oil change interval as indicated by the information display
1
Change engine oil and filter. **
Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth.
Perform a multi-point inspection (recommended).
Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level (if equipped with dipstick). Consult your
dealer for requirements.
Inspect the brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake linings, hoses and parking brake.
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At every oil change interval as indicated by the information display
1
Inspect the engine cooling system strength and hoses.
Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect front axle and U-joints. Lubricate if equipped with grease fittings.
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tire-rod ends, driveshaft and 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.
** Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. Brake fluid maintenance
1
Change the brake fluid. 2
Every 3 years
1 Perform this maintenance item every 3 years. Do not exceed the designated time for
the interval.
2 Brake fluid servicing requires special equipment available at your authorized dealer. Other maintenance items
1
Replace cabin air filter.
Every
20,000 mi
(32,000 km)
Torque rear axle U-bolts to specification.
Every
30,000 mi
(48,000 km) Replace engine air filter.
Change engine coolant.2
At
200,000 mi
(320,000 km)
Replace spark plugs.
Every
100,000 mi
(160,000 km) Inspect accessory drive belt(s). 3
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter.
Every
150,000 mi
(240,000 km) Change front axle fluid.
Change rear axle fluid.
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Other maintenance items
1
Change the transfer case fluid. 4
Replace accessory drive belt(s).
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 Initial replacement at ten years or
200,000 mi (320,000 km), then every five years or
100,000 mi (160,000 km).
3 After initial inspection, inspect every other oil change until replaced.
4 Four-wheel drive only.
SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
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
3000 miles (4800 kilometers) of the oil
change required message appearing in the
information display.
•
Example 1
: The message appears at
28,750 mi (46,270 km). Perform the
30,000 mi (48,000 km) automatic
transmission fluid replacement.
• Example 2
: The message does not
appear, but the odometer reads
30,000 mi (48,000 km) (for example,
the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor 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 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 U-joints.
Inspect frequently,
service as required
See axle maintenance items under
Exceptions.
Replace spark plugs.
Every 60000 miles
(96000 km)
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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 as indicated by the information
display and perform services listed in the Normal Scheduled
Maintenance chart.
As required
Replace engine air filter.
Inspect frequently,
service as required
Replace spark plugs.
Every 60000 miles
(96000 km) Operating in dusty or sandy conditions (such as unpaved or dusty roads)
Replace engine air filter.
Inspect frequently,
service as required
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km)
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth.
Change engine oil and filter. *
Every 5000 miles (8000
km) or six months
* Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter change. Off-road operation
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints and U-joints. Lubricate if
equipped with grease fittings.
Inspect frequently,
service as required
Replace engine air filter.
Change engine oil and filter. *
Every 5000 miles (8000
km) or six months
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth.
* Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter change.
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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
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the Normal
Schedule:
Axle and Transfer Case Maintenance
Axle(s) and transfer case (Four-wheel
drive vehicles) 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, however,
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
American Petroleum Institute (API)
Certified for Gasoline Engines (Certification
mark) oil of SM or SN quality, the normal
oil change interval is 5,000 mi (8,000 km).
If the available API SM or SN oils are not
available, then the 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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which are known to the State of
California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other
reproductive harm. To minimize
exposure, avoid breathing
exhaust, do not idle the engine
except as necessary, service your
vehicle in a well-ventilated area
and wear gloves or wash your
hands frequently when servicing
your vehicle. For more
information go to
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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
.
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.
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Moving the Seat Backward and
Forward.............................................................. 127
Manual Seats - Vehicles With: 4-Way Manual Seat................................................128
Adjusting the Armrest....................................... 130
Adjusting the Lumbar Support..................... 130
Adjusting the Seat Backrest........................... 129
Adjusting the Seat Cushion............................ 130
Adjusting the Seat Height............................... 129
Moving the Seat Backward and Forward............................................................. 129
Swiveling the Seat............................................. 130
Swivel Seat Audible Warning.......................... 131
Master Access Code......................................87 What Is the Master Access Code.................... 87
Message Center See: Information Displays................................. 115
Mirrors See: Windows and Mirrors............................... 107
Mobile Communications Equipment..................................................460
Mobile Device Data - Vehicles With: SYNC 3
..............................................................17
Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L Duratec.............354
Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L Ecoboost™.................................................355
MyKey Settings
...............................................70
Configurable Settings......................................... 70
Non-Configurable Settings.............................. 70
MyKey – Troubleshooting
............................75
What is an admin key?....................................... 75
Why can I not clear the MyKeys?.................... 75
Why can I not create a MyKey?....................... 75
Why can I not program a MyKey?.................. 75
Why does the MyKey distance not accumulate?..................................................... 75
MyKey ™
.............................................................70
Principle of Operation........................................ 70
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Navigation.......................................................419 Changing the Format of the Map.................421
cityseeker.............................................................. 423
Michelin Travel Guide....................................... 424
Navigation Map Accuracy and Updates............................................................ 425
Route Guidance.................................................. 422Setting a Destination.......................................
420
SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link................... 424
Zoom....................................................................... 421
Normal Scheduled Maintenance..........449 Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor™........................ 449
Normal Maintenance Intervals.................... 449
O
Oil Change Indicator Reset......................284 Resetting the Oil Life Monitoring
System.............................................................. 284
Oil Check See: Engine Oil Check...................................... 282
Opening and Closing the Hood..............278 Closing the Hood................................................ 279
Opening the Hood............................................. 278
Opening the Sliding Door...........................80 Opening the Sliding Door From Inside Your
Vehicle................................................................ 80
Opening the Sliding Door From Outside Your Vehicle...................................................... 80
Opening the Sliding Door With the Remote Control................................................................. 83
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature.......................................................261
Obtaining a French Owner ’s Manual..........261
Overhead Console
.........................................141
Overhead Storage........................................142
Locating the Overhead Storage.................... 142
Overhead Storage Load Capacities.............142
P
Parking Aid
......................................................184
Parking Aids....................................................183 Principle of Operation....................................... 183
Parking Brake Audible Warning...............174
Parking Brake
..................................................174
Parking Brake – Troubleshooting.................. 174
Parking Brake – Troubleshooting
............174
Parking Brake – Information
Messages........................................................... 174
Parking Brake – Warning Lamps................... 174
Passive Anti-Theft System - Vehicles With: Passive Anti-Theft System
(PATS)............................................................89
SecuriLock®........................................................... 89
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System Settings..................................................
195
Using the Rear View Camera......................... 194
Recommended Towing Weights - Chassis Cab/Crew Van/Cutaway/
Van.................................................................235
Calculating the Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight for Your Vehicle............................... 237
Recommended Towing Weights - M2 Bus..................................................................237
Calculating the Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight for Your Vehicle.............................. 239
Reduced Engine Performance................246
Refueling..........................................................155 System Warnings............................................... 156
Releasing the Electric Parking Brake if the Vehicle Battery Has Run Out of
Charge
............................................................178
Releasing the Parking Brake.....................174
Remote Control - Vehicles With: Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS)......................65
Changing the Remote Control Battery........66
Integrated Keyhead Transmitter.................... 65
Locating Your Vehicle......................................... 66
Programming a New Remote Control.........66
Switching the Panic Alarm On and Off........67
Remote Control - Vehicles With: Power Sliding Door...................................................67
Changing the Remote Control Battery.........67
Locating Your Vehicle......................................... 68
Remote Control Information Messages........................................................... 69
Remote Control - Vehicles Without: Passive Anti-Theft System
(PATS).............................................................64
Changing the Remote Control Battery........64
Integrated Keyhead Transmitter.................... 64
Locating Your Vehicle......................................... 65
Programming a New Remote Control.........64
Switching the Panic Alarm On and Off........................................................................\
. 65
Remotely Starting and Stopping the Vehicle...........................................................120
Remote Start Limitations..........................120
Remote Start
.................................................120
Remote Start Settings................................120
Climate Control Settings................................. 120
Heated Seat Settings......................................... 121
Setting the Remote Start Duration...............121 Removing a Headlamp..............................295
Repairing Minor Paint Damage..............308
Replacement Parts
Recommendation....................................459
Collision Repairs................................................ 459
Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical Repairs.............................................................. 459
Warranty on Replacement Parts.................459
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control............................................................69
Replacing the Cabin Air Filter...................125
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)..............................................................262
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)...............................................................261
Resetting the Power Sliding Door...........84
Restarting the Engine.................................148
Roadside Assistance
..................................249
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting Roadside
Assistance....................................................... 250
Vehicles Sold in the United States: Getting Roadside Assistance................................... 249
Vehicles Sold in the United States: Using Roadside Assistance................................... 249
Roadside Emergencies..............................249
Roof Racks and Load Carriers - Bus
..................................................................228
Roof Racks and Load Carriers - Van.................................................................228
Running-In See: Breaking-In.................................................. 247
Running Out of Fuel.....................................153 Adding Fuel From a Portable Fuel
Container.......................................................... 154
Filling a Portable Fuel Container.................. 154
S
Safety Canopy ™
............................................58
Safety Precautions........................................151
Scheduled Maintenance
..........................446
Seatbelt Extensions......................................49
Seatbelt Height Adjustment
.....................46
Seatbelt Reminder.........................................47
Belt-Minder™........................................................ 47
Seatbelts...........................................................43 Principle of Operation........................................ 43
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