Gasoline Engine
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.
Towing a Trailer or Using a Car-top Carrier
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Inspect frequently, service as required
| Inspect and lubricate the U-joints grease fittings - if applicable.
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See the axle maintenance items under Exceptions.
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Every
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
| Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
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Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth.1
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Every
5,000 mi (8,000 km) or six months.
| Change the engine oil and filter.
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Inspect and lubricate the U-joints grease fittings. - if applicable.
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Every
30,000 mi (48,000 km)
| Replace the front wheel bearing grease and grease seals if you use non-sealed bearings.
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Every
60,000 mi (96,000 km)
| Change the transfer case fluid, four-wheel drive vehicles.
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Replace the spark plugs.
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1Rotate the front wheels on vehicles with dual rear wheels when specified. Only rotate the 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
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Inspect frequently, service as required
| Replace the engine air filter.
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Replace the cabin air filter.
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Every
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
| Inspect the brake system.
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Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
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Lubricate the control arm and steering ball joints grease fittings - if applicable.
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Rotate the tires, inspect tires for wear and measure the tread depth.2
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Every
5,000 mi (8,000 km) or six months
| Inspect and lubricate the U-joints grease fittings - if applicable.
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Every
5,000 mi (8,000 km) or six months or 200 engine hours.
| Change the engine oil and filter.
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Every
30,000 mi (48,000 km)
| Replace the front wheel bearing grease and grease seals if you use non-sealed bearings.
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Every
60,000 mi (96,000 km)
| Replace the spark plugs.
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2Rotate the front wheels on vehicles with dual rear wheels when specified. Only rotate the rear wheels if you notice unusual wear.
Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions - Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads
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Inspect frequently, service as required
| Replace engine air filter.
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Replace cabin air filter.
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Every
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
| Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
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Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth.3
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Every
5,000 mi (8,000 km) or six months
| Change engine oil and filter.
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Inspect and lubricate U-joints if equipped with grease fittings.
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Every
30,000 mi (48,000 km)
| Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals if non-sealed bearings are used.
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3Rotate the front wheels on vehicles with dual rear wheels when specified. Only rotate the rear wheels if you notice unusual wear.
Off-road operation
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Inspect frequently, service as required
| Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints and the U-joints, Lubricate grease fittings - if applicable.
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Replace the engine air filter.
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Every
5,000 mi (8,000 km) or six months
| Change the engine oil and filter.
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Replace the cabin air filter.
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Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
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Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure the tread depth.4
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Every
30,000 mi (48,000 km)
| Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals if you use non-sealed bearings.
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4Rotate the front wheels on vehicles with dual rear wheels when specified. Only rotate the rear wheels if you notice unusual wear.
Exclusive use of E85 - Flex Fuel Vehicles Only
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Every oil change interval
| If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank full with regular unleaded fuel.
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Diesel Engine
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.
Towing a Trailer or Using a Car-top Carrier
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As required
| Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the information display, and perform the services listed in the scheduled maintenance chart.
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See the axle maintenance items under Exceptions.
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Every
15,000 mi (24,000 km) or six months, 600 engine hours
| Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel filters.
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Every
30,000 mi (48,000 km)
| Replace the wheel bearing grease and grease seals if you use non-sealed bearings. Two-wheel drive vehicles.
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At
60,000 mi (96,000 km) or 2400 engine hours
| Flush and refill the coolant.
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Note:
After the initial coolant flush and fill at
60,000 mi (96,000 km) or 2400 engine hours, flush and fill every
45,000 mi (72,000 km) or 1800 engine hours thereafter.
Frequent or Extended Idling - Over 10 Minutes Per Hour of Normal Driving or Frequent Low-speed Operation if you use your Vehicle for Stationary Operation
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As required
| Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the information display, and perform the services listed in the scheduled maintenance chart.
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Every
15,000 mi (24,000 km), six months or 600 engine hours
| Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel filters.
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At
60,000 mi (96,000 km) or 2400 engine hours
| Flush and refill the coolant.
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Note:
After the initial coolant flush and fill at
60,000 mi (96,000 km) or 2400 engine hours, flush and fill every
45,000 mi (72,000 km) or 1800 engine hours thereafter.
Frequent Low-speed Operation, Consistent Heavy Traffic Under
25 mph (40 km/h) or Long Rush-hour Traffic
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As required
| Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the information display, and perform the services listed in the scheduled maintenance chart.
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Every
15,000 mi (24,000 km), six months or 600 engine hours
| Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel filters.
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At
60,000 mi (96,000 km) or 2400 engine hours
| Flush and refill the coolant.
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Note:
After the initial coolant flush and fill at
60,000 mi (96,000 km) or 2400 engine hours, flush and fill every
45,000 mi (72,000 km) or 1800 engine hours thereafter.
Sustained High-speed Driving at Gross Vehicle Weight Rating - Maximum Loaded Weight for Vehicle Operation
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As required
| Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the information display, and perform the services listed in the scheduled maintenance chart.
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Every
15,000 mi (24,000 km), six months or 600 engine hours
| Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel filters.
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Every
30,000 mi (48,000 km)
| Replace the wheel bearing grease and grease seals if you use non-sealed bearings. Two-wheel drive vehicles.
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At
60,000 mi (96,000 km) or 2400 engine hours
| Flush and refill the coolant.
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Note:
After the initial coolant flush and fill at
60,000 mi (96,000 km) or 2400 engine hours, flush and fill every
45,000 mi (72,000 km) or 1800 engine hours thereafter.
Operating in Sustained Ambient Temperatures Below
-9 °F (-23 °C) or Above
100 °F (38 °C)
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As required
| Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the information display, and perform the services listed in the scheduled maintenance chart.
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Every
15,000 mi (24,000 km), six months or 600 engine hours
| Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel filters.
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Every
30,000 mi (48,000 km)
| Replace the wheel bearing grease and grease seals if using non-sealed bearings. Two-wheel drive vehicles.
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Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions (Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads)
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Every
7,500 mi (12,000 km)
| Rotate the tires, inspect the tires for wear and measure tread depth.5
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Inspect the brake system pads and rotors.
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Inspect the air filter restriction gauge. Replace the air filter if necessary.6
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Inspect the steering, suspension ball joints and the tie rods. Lubricate any grease fittings.
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Every
7,500 mi (12,000 km), six months or 300 engine hours
| Change the engine oil and filter.7
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Inspect and lubricate the U-joints.
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Every
15,000 mi (24,000 km), 6 months or 600 engine hours
| Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel filters.
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Every
30,000 mi (48,000 km)
| Replace the air inlet foam filter.
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Replace the wheel bearing grease and grease seals if you use non-sealed bearings. Two-wheel drive vehicles.
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5Rotate the front wheels on vehicles with dual rear wheels when specified. Only rotate the rear wheels if you notice unusual wear.
6Reset the engine air filter information monitor after you replace the air filter.
7Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes.
Off-road Operation
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As required
| Inspect the functional holes in each leg of the twin exhaust tips and the holes under the shield just inboard of the right rear tire to make sure they are clean and clear of debris or foreign materials. Refer to the Vehicle Care chapter of your owner’s manual for more information.
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Inspect the steering, suspension ball joints and the tie rods. Lubricate any grease fittings.
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Every
7,000 mi (12,000 km), six months or 300 engine hours
| Rotate the tires, inspect the tires for wear and measure the tread depth.8
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Inspect the brake system pads and rotors.
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Inspect the air filter restriction gauge. Replace the air filter if necessary.9
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Every
7,000 mi (12,000 km) or 300 engine hours
| Change the engine oil and filter.10
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Every
15,000 mi (24,000 km), six months or 600 engine hours
| Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel filters.
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Every
30,000 mi (48,000 km)
| Replace the air inlet foam filter.
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Replace the wheel bearing grease and grease seals if you use non-sealed bearings. Two-wheel drive vehicles.
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Every
50,000 mi (80,000 km)
| Change the rear axle fluid. Dana rear axles only - some F-350s; all F-450s and F-550s.
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Change the transfer case fluid. Four-wheel drive vehicles.
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Inspect the front axle fluid. Four-wheel drive vehicles.
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8Rotate the front wheels on vehicles with dual rear wheels when specified. Only rotate the rear wheels if you notice unusual wear.
9Reset the engine air filter information monitor after you replace the air filter.
10Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes.
Using Biodiesel, up to and Including 20% Biodiesel (B20)
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As required
| Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the information display, and perform the services listed in the scheduled maintenance chart.
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Every
15,000 mi (24,000 km), six months or 300 engine hours
| Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel filters.
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Using Fuel Other Than Ultra-low Sulfur Diesel Fuel - Vehicles Operated Where Ultra-low Sulfur Diesel Fuel is not Required or Available
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Every
2,500 mi (4,000 km) or three months (if using high sulfur fuel with more than 500 ppm sulfur)
| Change the engine oil and filter.
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Every
5,000 mi (8,000 km) or six months (if using high sulfur fuel with fewer than 500 ppm sulfur)
| Change the engine oil and filter.
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Exceptions
Axle and Transfer Case Maintenance
Axle(s) and transfer case, 4X4 only, fluid changes or level checks are not required unless a leak is suspected or the assembly has been submerged in water. During long periods of trailer towing with outside temperatures above
70 °F (21 °C) or at wide-open throttle for long periods above
45 mph (72 km/h), change the rear axle fluid every
30,000 mi (48,000 km) if the rear axle is filled with non-synthetic fluid. This interval can be waived and the
150,000 mi (240,000 km) service interval can continue if the rear axle is filled with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number XY-75W140-QL, or equivalent. Add friction modifier XL-3 (EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for complete refill of Traction-Lok rear axles. See
Capacities and Specifications.
Additional Axle Maintenance for Dual Rear Wheels
Change the rear axle fluid every
250,000 mi (400,000 km) under normal driving conditions on all commercial applications. When you operate your vehicle at or near maximum gross vehicle weights, change the rear axle fluid every
60,000 mi (96,000 km). In addition, follow this
60,000 mi (96,000 km) schedule when you operate your vehicle under the special operating conditions where noted.
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
3,000 mi (5,000 km).
If the available API SM or SN oils are not available, then the oil change interval is
2,000 mi (3,000 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.
Diesel Particulate Filter
Over time, a slight amount of ash builds up in the diesel particulate filter, which is not removed during the regeneration process. The filter may need to be replaced with a new or remanufactured part at approximately
250,000 mi (400,000 km). Actual mileage varies depending on engine and vehicle operating conditions.
In this case, the engine control system illuminates a service light , wrench icon, to inform you to bring your vehicle to the dealer for service. If there are any issues with the oxidation catalyst or particulate filter system, the engine control system illuminates a service light, wrench or engine icon to inform you to bring your vehicle into a dealer for service.