Other Maintenance Items1
Change the rear axle fluid. See Special Operating
Conditions Scheduled Maintenance (page 335).5At 100,000 mi(160,000 km)
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter. Consultan authorized dealer for requirements.
Every 150,000 mi(240,000 km)Replace the accessory drive belt or belts if not replacedwithin the last 100,000 mi (160,000 km).
Replace the front wheel bearings and seals.
Change the engine and secondary cooling system coolant.6At 200,000 mi(320,000 km)
1 You can perform these maintenance items within 3,000 mi (4,800 km) of the last oilchange. Do not exceed the designated distance for the interval.2 Every 22,000 mi (36,000 km) or as indicated by the information display.3 Every 30,000 mi (48,000 km), 1200 engine hours or as indicated by the informationdisplay.4 Perform follow-up inspections every 15,000 mi (24,000 km) after the initial inspection.Replace the belt or belts at 150,000 mi (240,000 km).5 Change the fluid again at 150,000 mi (240,000 km).6 Initial replacement at 10 years or 200,000 mi (320,000 km), then every five years or100,000 mi (160,000 km).
SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
Gasoline Engines
If you operate your vehicle primarily in anyof the following conditions, you need toperform 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.
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Towing a Trailer
Inspect and lubricate the U-joints.Inspect frequently, serviceas requiredSee axle maintenance items under Exceptions.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormalnoise, wear, looseness or drag.Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Change the engine oil and filter.Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)or six monthsInspect and lubricate U-joints.
Rotate the tires 1and inspect them for wear, and measurethe tread depth.
Every 7,500 mi (12,000 km)
Replace the spark plugs.Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)Replace the spark plug wires.
1Rotate the front wheels on vehicles with dual rear wheels when specified. Only rotatethe rear wheels if you notice unusual wear.
Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances, as in Heavy Commercial Use(Such as Delivery, Taxi, Patrol Car or Livery)Short Trips that do not allow the engine to get to operating temperature causing fueldilution and an increase of the engine oil level
Replace engine air filter.Inspect frequently, serviceas required
Inspect the brake system.Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormalnoise, wear, looseness or drag.
Lubricate the control arm and steering ball joints ifequipped with grease fittings.
Inspect and lubricate U-joints.Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)or six months
Change the engine oil and filter.Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km),six months or 200 enginehours
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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)Short Trips that do not allow the engine to get to operating temperature causing fueldilution and an increase of the engine oil level
Rotate the tires1 and inspect them for wear, and measurethe tread depth.
Every 7,500 mi (12,000 km)
Replace the spark plugs.Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)
1Rotate the front wheels on vehicles with dual rear wheels when specified. Only rotatethe rear wheels if you notice unusual wear.
Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions (Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads)
Replace the 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)
Change the engine oil and filter.Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)or six monthsInspect and lubricate U-joints.
Rotate the tires1 and inspect them for wear, and measurethe tread depth.
Every 7,500 mi (12,000 km)
1Rotate the front wheels on vehicles with dual rear wheels when specified. Only rotatethe rear wheels if you notice unusual wear.
Off-road Operation
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints and U-joints,lubricate if equipped with grease fittings.Inspect frequently, serviceas required
Replace the engine air filter.
Change the engine oil and filter.Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)or six months
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Off-road Operation
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormalnoise, wear, looseness or drag.
Rotate the tires1 and inspect them for wear, and measurethe tread depth.
Every 7,500 mi (12,000 km)
1Rotate the front wheels on vehicles with dual rear wheels when specified. Only rotatethe rear wheels if you notice unusual wear.
Diesel Engine
If you operate your vehicle primarily in anyof the following conditions, you need toperform 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 the instru-ment cluster display, and perform the services listed in thescheduled maintenance chart.
As required
See the axle maintenance items under Exceptions.
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuelfilters.Every 15,000 mi(24,000 km) or six months,600 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 enginehours, flush and fill every 45,000 mi (72,000 km) or 1800 engine hours thereafter.
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Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions, Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads
Inspect the steering and suspension ball joints and tie rods.Lubricate any grease fittings.
Change the engine oil and filter.2Every 7,500 mi (12,000 km),six months or 300 enginehoursInspect and lubricate the U-joints.
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuelfilters.Every 15,000 mi(24,000 km), 6 months or600 engine hours
Replace the air inlet foam filter.Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km)
1Rotate the front wheels on vehicles with dual rear wheels when specified. Only rotatethe rear wheels if you notice unusual wear.2Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes.
Off-road Operation
Inspect functional holes in each leg of the twin exhausttips and the holes under the shield just inboard of the rightrear tire to make sure they are clean and clear of debris orforeign materials. Refer to the Vehicle Care chapter of yourowner’s manual for more information.
As required
Inspect the steering and suspension ball joints and tie rods.Lubricate any grease fittings.
Rotate the tires1, inspect the tires for wear and measuretread depth.
Every 7,500 mi (12,000 km),six months or 300 enginehoursInspect the brake system pads and rotors.
Inspect the air filter restriction gauge. Replace the filter ifnecessary.
Change the engine oil and filter.2Every 7,500 mi (12,000 km)or 300 engine hours
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Off-road Operation
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuelfilters.Every 15,000 mi(24,000 km), six months or600 engine hours
Replace the air inlet foam filter.Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km)
1Rotate the front wheels on vehicles with dual rear wheels when specified. Only rotatethe rear wheels if you notice unusual wear.2Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes.
Using Biodiesel, up to and Including 20% Biodiesel (B20)
Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the instru-ment cluster display, and perform the services listed in thescheduled maintenance chart.
As required
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuelfilters.Every 15,000 mi(24,000 km), six months or300 engine hours
Using Fuel Other Than Ultra-low Sulfur Diesel Fuel - Vehicles Operated Where Ultra-lowSulfur Diesel Fuel is not Required or Available
Change the engine oil and filter.Every 2,500 mi (4,000 km)or three months (if usinghigh sulfur fuel with morethan 500 ppm sulfur)
Change the engine oil and filter.Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)or six months (if using highsulfur fuel with fewer than500 ppm sulfur)
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the NormalSchedule:
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Information Displays......................................71General Information.............................................71Information Messages..................................75Installing Child Restraints............................27Instrument Cluster........................................64Instrument Lighting Dimmer.....................56Instrument Panel............................................24Interior Lamps.................................................58Interior Mirror...................................................63Introduction.........................................................7
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Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................190
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Keys and Remote Controls........................46
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Lane Keeping System..................................167Lighting Control..............................................55Lighting..............................................................55General Information............................................55Load Carrying.................................................178Load Limit........................................................178Locating the USB Ports...............................98Locking and Unlocking.................................49Lug NutsSee: Changing a Road Wheel........................287
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Maintenance..................................................222General Information..........................................222Manual Climate Control..............................86Manual Seats....................................................91Message CenterSee: Information Displays..................................71MirrorsSee: Windows and Mirrors...............................60Mobile Communications Equipment.......17Motorcraft Parts - 6.7L Diesel.................293Motorcraft Parts - 7.3L...............................295
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Noise Pollution Control................................22Normal Scheduled Maintenance..........330
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Oil Change Indicator Reset......................229Oil CheckSee: Engine Oil Check.......................................227Opening and Closing the Hood..............223Ordering Additional Owner'sLiterature.....................................................200Overhead Console.......................................100
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Parking Aids....................................................157Parking Brake.................................................140Passive Anti-Theft System..........................51PATSSee: Passive Anti-Theft System......................51Perchlorate........................................................15Playing Media From a USB Device.........318Playing Media Using the USB Port..........98Pneumatic Locking DifferentialIndicators......................................................138Pneumatic Locking Differential...............137Pneumatic Locking DifferentialPrecautions..................................................137Power Door LocksSee: Locking and Unlocking.............................49Power Seats.....................................................92Power Steering Fluid Check....................246Power Take-Off.............................................135Power Windows.............................................60Pre-Collision Assist - Vehicles With: AirBrakes.............................................................170Pre-Collision Assist - Vehicles With:Hydraulic Brakes.........................................173Protecting the Environment.......................22PunctureSee: Changing a Road Wheel........................287
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