Ford F 250 Instruction Manual
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Ford Motor Company has recommended maintenance intervals for various parts and component systems based upon engineering testing. Ford Motor Company relies upon this testing to determine the most appropriate mileage for replacement of oils and fluids to protect your vehicle at the lowest overall cost to you and recommends against maintenance schedules that deviate from the scheduled maintenance information. We strongly recommend the use of only genuine Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized re-manufactured replacement parts engineered for your vehicle. Additives and Chemicals This owner's manual and the Ford Workshop Manual list the recommended additives and chemicals for your vehicle. We do not recommend using chemicals or additives not approved by us as part of your vehicle ’s normal maintenance. Please consult your warranty information. Oils, Fluids and Flushing In many cases, fluid discoloration is a normal operating characteristic and, by itself, does not necessarily indicate a concern or that the fluid needs to be changed. However, a qualified expert, such as the factory-trained technicians at your dealership, should inspect discolored fluids that also show signs of overheating or foreign material contamination immediately. Make sure to change your vehicle ’s oils and fluids at the specified intervals or in conjunction with a repair. Flushing is a viable way to change fluid for many vehicle sub-systems during scheduled maintenance. It is critical that systems are flushed only with new fluid that is the same as that required to fill and operate the system or using a Ford-approved flushing chemical. Owner Checks and Services Make sure you perform the following basic maintenance checks and inspections every month or at six-month intervals. Check every month Air filter restriction gauge. Fuel and water separator. Drain if necessary (or if indicated by the information display). Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure. Holes and slots in the tail pipe to make sure they are functional and clear of debris. 568 Super Duty (TFE) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Scheduled Maintenance
Tightening lug nuts Tighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 500 miles (800 km) after any wheel disturbance (such as tire rota- tion, changing a flat tire or wheel removal). Vehicles with single rear wheels Tighten the wheel lug nuts to the specified torque at 100 miles (160 km), and again at 500 miles (800 km) of new vehicle operation and after any wheel disturbance (such as tire rotation, changing a flat tire or wheel removal). Vehicles with dual rear wheels Note: Tighten the lug nuts to the specified torque. See Technical Specifications (page 409). Multi-point Inspection In order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important to have the systems on your vehicle checked regularly. This can help identify potential issues and prevent major problems. We recommend having the following multi-point inspection performed at every scheduled maintenance interval to help make sure your vehicle keeps running great. Multi-point inspection Horn operation Accessory drive belt(s) Radiator, cooler, heater and A/C hoses Battery performance Suspension component for leaks ordamage Engine and cabin air filter Steering and linkage Exhaust system Tires (including spare) for wear and properpressure** Exterior lamps and hazard warning system operation Windshield for cracks, chips or pits Fluid levels * ; fill if necessary Washer spray and wiper operation For oil and fluid leaks * Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission, power steering and window washer. ** If your vehicle is equipped with a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expiration Use By date on the canister. Replace as needed. 569 Super Duty (TFE) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Scheduled Maintenance
Be sure to ask your dealership service advisor or technician about the multi-point vehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive way to perform a thorough inspection of your vehicle. Your checklist gives you immediate feedback on the overall condition of your vehicle. NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE Gasoline Engine(s) Normal Maintenance Intervals Every 7500 miles (12000 km) or six months (whichever comes first) Change engine oil and filter. Rotate tires * , inspect tire wear and measure tread depth. Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag. Perform multi-point inspection (recommended). * Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted. Every 15000 miles (24000 km) or 12 months (whichever comes first) Inspect automatic transmission fluid level. Consult dealer for requirements. Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake linings, hoses and parking brake. Inspect engine coolant concentration (freeze-point protection), level and hoses. Inspect exhaust system and heat shields. Inspect front axle and U-joints. Lubricate if equipped with grease fittings (Four-wheel drive vehicles). Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints. Lubricate if equipped with grease fittings. 570 Super Duty (TFE) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Scheduled Maintenance
Other maintenance items Replace cabin air filter. Every 15000 miles (24000 km) Replace engine air filter. Every 30000 miles (48000 km) Change automatic transmission fluid and filter on 5-speed transmission. Consult dealer for requirements. Every 60000 miles (96000 km) Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seal if non- sealed bearings are used. Replace spark plugs. Every 97500 miles (156000 km) Change engine coolant.* Every 105000 miles (168000 km) Inspect accessory drive belt(s). ** Change automatic transmission fluid and filter on 6-speed transmission. Consult dealer for requirements. Every 150000 miles (240000 km) Replace accessory drive belt(s) if not replaced within the last 100000 miles (160000 km). Replace front wheel bearings and seals if non-sealed bearings are used. Change axle(s) fluid. (see exceptions) Change transfer case fluid. (if equipped) * Initial replacement at six years or 105000 miles (168000 kilometers), then every three years or 45000 miles (72000 kilometers). ** If not replaced, inspect every 15000 miles (24000 kilometers). 571 Super Duty (TFE) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Scheduled Maintenance
Diesel Engine(s) Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor Your vehicle has an Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor that determines when you should change the engine oil based on how you use your vehicle. 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. This means you do not have to remember to change the oil on a mileage-based schedule. Your vehicle lets you know when an oil change is due by displaying a message in the information display. 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 message prompting you to change your oil Vehicle use and example Miles (km) Normal 7500-10000 (12000-16000) Normal commuting with highway driving No, or moderate, load or towing Flat to moderately hilly roads No extended idling Severe 5000-7499 (8000-11999) Moderate to heavy load or towing Mountainous or off-road conditions Extended idling (200-300 hours) Extended hot or cold operation Extreme 3000-4999 (4000-7999) Maximum load or towing Extreme hot or cold operation Use of high sulfur diesel fuel Note: Use the appropriate special operating condition for maintenance information when using high sulfur diesel fuels, operating your vehicle off-road or in dusty conditions (such as unpaved roads). Note: For every hour that your vehicle idles, it has accumulated the equivalent of approximately 25 miles (40 kilometers) of driving. 572 Super Duty (TFE) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Scheduled Maintenance
Normal Maintenance Intervals At every oil change interval as indicated by the information display 1 Change the engine oil and filter. 2 Fuel and water separator. Drain if necessary (or if indicated by the information display). Refill the diesel exhaust fluid tank. Rotate the tires 3 , inspect the tires for wear and measure tread depth. Perform a multi-point inspection (recommended). Inspect the air filter restriction gauge. Replace the filter if necessary. Inspect the automatic transmission fluid level. Consult your dealer for requirements. Inspect the brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake linings, hoses and parking brake. Inspect the engine and secondary cooling system coolant concentration (freeze-point protection), level and hoses. Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields. Inspect the front axle and U-joints. Lubricate any grease fittings. (Four-wheel drive vehicles) Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints. Lubricate any grease fittings. 1 Do not exceed one year or 10000 miles (16000 kilometers) between service intervals. 2 Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. 3 Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted. Other maintenance items 1 Replace the cabin air filter. Every 20000 miles (32000 km) Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel filters. Every 30000 miles (48000 km) 573 Super Duty (TFE) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Scheduled Maintenance
Other maintenance items 1 Inspect the engine and secondary cooling system coolant concentration (freeze-point protection), additive (corro- sion inhibitor) strength, coolant level, and hoses. Add coolant additive if necessary. Replace the air inlet foam filter. Every 45000 miles (72000 km) Replace the front wheel bearing grease and grease seal if using non-sealed bearings. (Two-wheel drive vehicles) Every 60000 miles (96000 km) Inspect the accessory drive belt(s). 2 At 90000 miles (144000 km) Change the crankcase ventilation filter assembly. Every 100000 miles (160000 km) Change the engine and secondary cooling system coolant. 3 Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter. Consult an authorized dealer for requirements. Every 150000 miles (240000 km) Replace the accessory drive belt(s) if not replaced within the last 100000 miles (160000 km) Replace the front wheel bearings and seals if using non- sealed bearings. (Two-wheel drive vehicles) Change axle(s) fluid. (see exceptions) Change transfer case fluid. (if equipped) 1 You can perform these maintenance items within 3000 miles (4800 kilometers) of the last oil change. Do not exceed the designated distance for the interval. Note: When adding coolant additive, do not exceed the specified maximum of 48 fluid ounces (1.4 liters) for the engine and 16 fluid ounces (473 ml) for the secondary cooling system. Operating the engine with excessive coolant additive may cause overheating which could lead to severe, permanent engine damage. 2 Perform follow-up inspections every 15000 miles (24000 kilometers) after the initial inspection. Replace the belt(s) at 150000 miles (240000 kilometers). 3 Initial change is at six years or 100000 miles (160000 kilometers), then every three years or 45000 miles (72000 kilometers). 574 Super Duty (TFE) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Scheduled Maintenance
SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE Gasoline Engine(s) 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 Inspect and lubricate U-joints if equipped with grease fittings. Inspect frequently, service as required See axle maintenance items under Exceptions. 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 Inspect and lubricate U-joints if equipped with grease fittings. Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals if non-sealed bearings are used. Every 30000 miles (48000 km) Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles). Every 60000 miles (96000 km) Replace spark plugs. * Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted. Extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, as in heavy commercial use (such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery) Replace engine air filter. Inspect frequently, service as required Inspect brake system. Every 5000 miles (8000 km) Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag. 575 Super Duty (TFE) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Scheduled Maintenance
Extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, as in heavy commercial use (such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery) Lubricate control arm and steering ball joints if equipped with grease fittings. Rotate tires * , inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth. Inspect and lubricate U-joints if equipped with grease fittings. Every 5000 miles (8000 km) or six months Change engine oil and filter. Every 5000 miles (8000 km), six months or 200 engine hours Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals if non-sealed bearings are used. Every 30000 miles (48000 km) Replace spark plugs. Every 60000 miles (96000 km) * Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted. 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 Inspect and lubricate U-joints if equipped with grease fittings. Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals if non-sealed bearings are used. Every 30000 miles (48000 km) * Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted. 576 Super Duty (TFE) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Scheduled Maintenance
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. Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals if non-sealed bearings are used. Every 30000 miles (48000 km) * Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted. 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 Diesel Engine(s) If you operate your vehicle primarily in any of the f ollowing 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. 577 Super Duty (TFE) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, First Printing Scheduled Maintenance