Ford F 350 Owners Manual

							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.
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							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)
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							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).
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							SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
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
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 
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Rotate tires1
, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Change engine oil and filter.
Every 
5,000 mi (8,000 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 
30,000 mi
(48,000 km)
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).
Every 
60,000 mi
(96,000 km) Replace spark plugs.
1 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
Replace cabin air filter.
Inspect brake system.
Every 
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
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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)
Lubricate control arm and steering ball joints if equipped
with grease fittings.
Rotate tires 1
, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Inspect and lubricate U-joints if equipped with grease
fittings.
Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
or six months
Change engine oil and filter.
Every 
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
or six months or 200 engine
hours.
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals if
non-sealed bearings are used.
Every 
30,000 mi
(48,000 km)
Replace spark plugs.
Every 
60,000 mi
(96,000 km)
1 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
Replace cabin air filter.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Every 
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Rotate tires1
, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Change engine oil and filter.
Every 
5,000 mi (8,000 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 
30,000 mi
(48,000 km)
1 Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted.
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							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 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
or six months Replace cabin air filter.
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Rotate tires1
, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals if
non-sealed bearings are used.
Every 
30,000 mi
(48,000 km)
1 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
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.
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							Towing a Trailer or Using a Car-top Carrier
Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the
information display, and perform the services listed in the
scheduled maintenance chart.
As required
See the axle maintenance items under Exceptions.
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel
filters.
Every 
15,000 mi
(24,000 km) or six months,
600 engine hours
Replace the wheel bearing grease and grease seals if using
non-sealed bearings. (Two-wheel drive vehicles)
Every 
30,000 mi
(48,000 km)
Inspect the engine and secondary cooling system coolant
concentration (freeze-point protection) and additive
(corrosion inhibitor) strength. Add coolant additive if
necessary.
Every 
30,000 mi
(48,000 km) or 1200 engine
hours
Flush and refill the coolant. Do not add coolant additive.
Every 
60,000 mi
(96,000 km) or 2400
engine hours
Note: When adding coolant additive, do not exceed the specified maximum of 
50 fl oz
(1.4 L) for the engine and 20 fl oz (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.
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.
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							Frequent or Extended Idling (Over 10 Minutes Per Hour of Normal Driving) or Frequent
Low-speed Operation if your Vehicle is Used for Stationary Operation
Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the
information display, and perform the services listed in the
scheduled maintenance chart.
As required
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel
filters.
Every 15,000 mi
(24,000 km), six months or
600 engine hours
Inspect the engine and secondary cooling system coolant
concentration (freeze-point protection) and additive
(corrosion inhibitor) strength. Add coolant additive if
necessary.
Every 
30,000 mi
(48,000 km) or 1200 engine
hours
Flush and refill the coolant. Do not add coolant additive.
Every 
60,000 mi
(96,000 km) or 2400
engine hours
Note: When adding coolant additive, do not exceed the specified maximum of 
50 fl oz
(1.4 L) for the engine and 20 fl oz (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.
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.
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							Frequent Low-speed Operation, Consistent Heavy Traffic Under 24.9 mph (40 km/h)  or
Long Rush-hour Traffic
Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the
information display, and perform the services listed in the
scheduled maintenance chart.
As required
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel
filters.
Every 15,000 mi
(24,000 km), six months or
600 engine hours
Inspect the engine and secondary cooling system coolant
concentration (freeze-point protection) and additive
(corrosion inhibitor) strength. Add coolant additive if
necessary.
Every 
30,000 mi
(48,000 km) or 1200 engine
hours
Flush and refill the coolant. Do not add coolant additive.
Every 
60,000 mi
(96,000 km) or 2400
engine hours
Note: When adding coolant additive, do not exceed the specified maximum of 
50 fl oz
(1.4 L) for the engine and 20 fl oz (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.
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)
Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the
information display, and perform the services listed in the
scheduled maintenance chart.
As required
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel
filters.
Every 
15,000 mi
(24,000 km), six months or
600 engine hours
Replace the wheel bearing grease and grease seals if using
non-sealed bearings. (Two-wheel drive vehicles)
Every 
30,000 mi
(48,000 km)
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							Sustained High-speed Driving at Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (Maximum Loaded Weight
for Vehicle Operation)
Inspect the engine and secondary cooling system coolant
concentration (freeze-point protection) and additive
(corrosion inhibitor) strength. Add coolant additive if
necessary.
Every 30,000 mi
(48,000 km) or 1200 engine
hours
Flush and refill the coolant. Do not add coolant additive.
Every 
60,000 mi
(96,000 km) or 2400
engine hours
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.
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 -9.4°F (-23°C) or Above 100.3°F
(38°C)
Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the
information display, and perform the services listed in the
scheduled maintenance chart.
As required
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel
filters.
Every 
15,000 mi
(24,000 km), six months or
600 engine hours
Replace the wheel bearing grease and grease seals if using
non-sealed bearings. (Two-wheel drive vehicles)
Every 
30,000 mi
(48,000 km) Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions (Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads)
Rotate the tires1
, inspect the tires for wear and measure
tread depth.
Every 
7,500 mi (12,000 km)
Inspect the brake system pads and rotors.
Inspect the air filter restriction gauge. Replace the filter if
necessary.
Inspect the steering and suspension ball joints and tie rods.
Lubricate any grease fittings.
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