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 of the message appearing in the instrument cluster display prompting you to change your oil.
  • Example 1: The message comes on at 28,750 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 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  
As required   Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the instrument cluster display and perform services listed in the Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart.  
Inspect frequently, service as required   Inspect front axle.  
Inspect rear axle and U-joints.  
Inspect half-shaft boots.  
See axle maintenance items under Exceptions.  
Every 60,000 mi (96,000 km)   Replace spark plugs.  


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 fuel dilution and an increase of the engine oil level  
As required   Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the instrument cluster display and perform services listed in the Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart.  
Inspect frequently, service as required   Replace cabin air filter.  
Replace engine air filter.  
Every 60,000 mi (96,000 km)   Replace spark plugs.  


Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions - Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads  
Inspect frequently, service as required   Replace cabin air filter.  
Replace engine air filter.  
Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)   Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.  
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth.  
Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km) or six months   Change engine oil and filter.1  
Perform multi-point inspection.  

1Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes.   See   Oil Change Indicator Reset. 

Exclusive use of E85 - Flex Fuel Vehicles Only  
Every oil change   If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regular unleaded fuel.  

Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule:
Axle and Transfer Case Maintenance
The transfer case, front and rear axles in your vehicle do not require normal scheduled maintenance. The transfer case, front and rear axles are more likely to require a fluid change if the vehicle has experienced extended periods of extreme or severe duty cycle driving. Changing or checking the transfer case, front and/or rear axle lubricant is not necessary unless the unit has been submerged in water, shows signs of leakage. Contact your 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 and Cabin Air Filter Replacement
The life of the engine air filter and cabin 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 and cabin air filter.