2023 FORD E SERIES air filter

SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
If you operate your vehicle primarily in anyof the following conditions, you need to
perform extra maintenance as indicated.If you operate your vehicle occasionallyunder any of these conditions, it is notnecessary to perform the extramaintenance. For specificrecommendations, see your dealershipservice advisor or technician.
Towing a Trailer or Using a Car-top Carrier
Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by theinformation display and perform services listed in theNormal Scheduled Maintenance chart.
As required
Inspect the U-joints.Inspect frequently, serviceas required
Replace the rear axle fluid. See axle maintenance itemsunder Exceptions.Every 22,500 mi(36,000 km)
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 theinformation display and perform services listed in theNormal Scheduled Maintenance chart.
As required
Replace the engine air filter.Inspect frequently, serviceas required
Replace the rear axle fluid. See axle maintenance itemsunder Exceptions.Every 22,500 mi(36,000 km)
Replace the spark plugs.Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)
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Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions (Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads)
Replace engine air filter.Inspect frequently, serviceas required
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormalnoise, wear, looseness or drag.Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Rotate the tires1, inspect tires for wear and measure thetread depth.
Change the engine oil and filter.2Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)or six monthsPerform a multi-point inspection.
1Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheelsonly if unusual wear is noted.2Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter change. See OilChange Indicator Reset (page 165).
Exclusive Use of E85 - Flex Fuel Vehicles Only
If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank with regularunleaded fuel.Every oil change
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the NormalSchedule:
Axle(s) and transfer case, four-wheel drivevehicles, fluid changes or level checks arenot required unless a leak is suspected orthe assembly has been submerged inwater. Contact an authorized dealer forservice.
California fuel filter replacement: If youregister your vehicle in California, theCalifornia Air Resources Board hasdetermined that the failure to perform thismaintenance item does not nullify theemission warranty or limit recall liabilitybefore the completion of your vehicle'suseful life. We however, urge you to haveall recommended maintenance servicesperformed at the specified intervals andto record all vehicle service.
Hot climate oil change intervals:Vehicles operating in the Middle East,North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa orlocations with similar climates using anAmerican Petroleum Institute (API)Certified for Gasoline Engines (Certificationmark) oil of SM or SN quality, the normaloil change interval is 5,000 mi (8,000 km).
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If the available API SM or SN oils are notavailable, then the oil change interval is3,000 mi (4,800 km).
Engine air filter replacement: The life ofthe engine air filter is dependent onexposure to dusty and dirty conditions.Vehicles operated in these conditionsrequire frequent inspection andreplacement of the engine air filter.
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A/CSee: Climate Control...........................................74About This Manual...........................................7ABSSee: Brakes...........................................................100ABS driving hintsSee: Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes.................................................................101Accessories....................................................242AccessoriesSee: Replacement PartsRecommendation............................................10ACCSee: Using Adaptive Cruise Control............108Adjusting the Headlamps..........................176Adjusting the Steering Wheel...................49Airbag Disposal................................................41Air ConditioningSee: Climate Control...........................................74Air Conditioning System Capacity andSpecification..............................................230Air FilterSee: Changing the Engine Air Filter..............165Appendices....................................................259At a Glance........................................................18Audible Warnings and Indicators.............64Audio System.................................................237General Information..........................................237Audio Unit.......................................................237Autolamps........................................................53Automatic High Beam Control..................55Automatic High Beam ControlIndicators........................................................55Automatic Transmission.............................96Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacityand Specification.......................................231Automatic Transmission FluidCheck..............................................................170Auxiliary Power Points.................................80Auxiliary Switches.......................................243
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BatterySee: Changing the 12V Battery.......................174
Bonnet LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood...........162Booster Seats..................................................26Brake Fluid Check..........................................173Brake Fluid Specification..........................232Brakes...............................................................100General Information.........................................100Breaking-In......................................................139Bulb Specification Chart...........................226
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Canceling the Set Speed..........................108Capacities and Specifications................224Car WashSee: Cleaning the Exterior...............................182Catalytic Converter........................................93Changing a Bulb............................................178Changing a Fuse...........................................160Changing a Road Wheel............................215Changing the 12V Battery...........................174Changing the Engine Air Filter.................165Changing the Wiper Blades.......................177Checking the Wiper Blades.......................177Child Restraint and SeatbeltMaintenance.................................................34Child Restraint Positioning.........................28Child Safety......................................................20General Information............................................20Cleaning Leather Seats..............................185Cleaning Products.........................................181Cleaning the Engine.....................................183Cleaning the Exterior...................................182Cleaning the Instrument Panel andInstrument Cluster Lens.........................185Cleaning the Interior....................................184Cleaning the Wheels...................................186Cleaning the Windows and WiperBlades............................................................184Climate Control...............................................74Connected Vehicle......................................236Connected Vehicle –Troubleshooting............................................236Connecting the Vehicle to a MobileNetwork............................................................236Connected Vehicle Data...............................15Connected Vehicle Limitations..............236Connected Vehicle Requirements.........236
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Connected Vehicle –Troubleshooting........................................236Connected Vehicle – Frequently AskedQuestions........................................................236Connecting a Bluetooth® Device..........240Connecting the Vehicle to a MobileNetwork........................................................236Connecting FordPass to the Modem.........236Disabling the Connectivity Device...............236Enabling and Disabling the Modem...........236What Is the Modem..........................................236Coolant CheckSee: Engine Coolant Check............................166Cooling System Capacity andSpecification..............................................228Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator.......40Cruise Control................................................107Cruise Control Indicators...........................108Cruise Control - Vehicles With: AdaptiveCruise Control...............................................49Cruise Control - Vehicles With: CruiseControl............................................................49Customer Assistance..................................146Customer Information...............................255Radio Frequency Certification Labels........255
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Data Privacy......................................................13Daytime Running Lamps.............................53Direction Indicators.......................................54Doors and Locks.............................................45Driver Alert........................................................115Driver and Passenger Airbags...................36Driving Aids......................................................115Driving Hints...................................................138Driving Through Water................................139DRLSee: Daytime Running Lamps.........................53
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Economical Driving......................................138Electromagnetic Compatibility..............259Emergency Call System Data.....................16Emission Law...................................................92End User License Agreement..................262Engine Block Heater.....................................84
Engine Coolant Check................................166Engine Emission Control.............................92Engine ImmobilizerSee: Passive Anti-Theft System.....................48Engine Oil Capacity andSpecification...............................................227Engine Oil Check...........................................164Engine Oil Dipstick.......................................164Engine Specifications.................................224Environment......................................................17Essential Towing Checks............................131Event Data.........................................................14Exterior Mirrors.................................................57
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Fastening the Seatbelts................................31Flat TireSee: Changing a Road Wheel.........................215Floor Mats.......................................................139Ford Credit...........................................................9Ford Protect...................................................245Fuel and Refueling........................................86Fuel Consumption.........................................90Fuel Filter..........................................................177Fuel Quality - E85..........................................86Fuel Quality - Gasoline................................88Fuel Shutoff....................................................142Fuel Tank Capacity......................................229Fuses.................................................................152Fuse Specification Chart............................152
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Gauges...............................................................59GearboxSee: Transmission...............................................96General Information on RadioFrequencies...................................................42General Maintenance Information........247Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada..........................................................149Getting the Services You Need...............146
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HandbrakeSee: Parking Brake..............................................101
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