oil change FORD E SERIES 2023 User Guide

SPECIAL OPERATING
CONDITIONS SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE
If you operate your vehicle primarily in anyof the following conditions, you need to
perform 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 theinformation display and perform services listed in theNormal Scheduled Maintenance chart.
As required
Inspect the U-joints.Inspect frequently, serviceas required
Replace the rear axle fluid. See axle maintenance itemsunder Exceptions.Every 22,500 mi(36,000 km)
Replace the spark plugs.Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)
Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances, as in Heavy Commercial Use(Such as Delivery, Taxi, Patrol Car or Livery)
Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by theinformation display and perform services listed in theNormal Scheduled Maintenance chart.
As required
Replace the engine air filter.Inspect frequently, serviceas required
Replace the rear axle fluid. See axle maintenance itemsunder Exceptions.Every 22,500 mi(36,000 km)
Replace the spark plugs.Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)
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Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions (Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads)
Replace 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)
Rotate the tires1, inspect tires for wear and measure thetread depth.
Change the engine oil and filter.2Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)or six monthsPerform a multi-point inspection.
1Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheelsonly if unusual wear is noted.2Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter change. See OilChange Indicator Reset (page 165).
Exclusive Use of E85 - Flex Fuel Vehicles Only
If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank with regularunleaded fuel.Every oil change
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the NormalSchedule:
Axle(s) and transfer case, four-wheel drivevehicles, fluid changes or level checks arenot required unless a leak is suspected orthe assembly has been submerged inwater. Contact an authorized dealer forservice.
California fuel filter replacement: If youregister your vehicle in California, theCalifornia Air Resources Board hasdetermined that the failure to perform thismaintenance item does not nullify theemission warranty or limit recall liabilitybefore the completion of your vehicle'suseful life. We however, urge you to haveall recommended maintenance servicesperformed at the specified intervals andto record all vehicle service.
Hot climate oil change intervals:Vehicles operating in the Middle East,North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa orlocations with similar climates using anAmerican Petroleum Institute (API)Certified for Gasoline Engines (Certificationmark) oil of SM or SN quality, the normaloil change interval is 5,000 mi (8,000 km).
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If the available API SM or SN oils are notavailable, then the oil change interval is3,000 mi (4,800 km).
Engine air filter replacement: The life ofthe engine air filter is dependent onexposure to dusty and dirty conditions.Vehicles operated in these conditionsrequire frequent inspection andreplacement of the engine air filter.
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Hazard Flashers.............................................142Headlamp AdjustingSee: Adjusting the Headlamps......................176Headlamp RemovalSee: Removing a Headlamp...........................178HeadrestSee: Head Restraints...........................................77Head Restraints...............................................77HeatingSee: Climate Control...........................................74Hill Start Assist..............................................102Hints on Controlling the InteriorClimate............................................................75Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes.............................................................101Hood LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood...........162Horn....................................................................50Hydraulic Power Steering Fluid Capacityand Specification......................................234
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Ignition Switch.................................................82In California (U.S. Only)..............................147Information Display Control......................50Information Displays.....................................65General Information............................................65Information Messages.................................69Installing Child Restraints...........................22Instrument Cluster........................................59Instrument Lighting Dimmer.....................53Instrument Panel............................................18Interior Mirror...................................................58Introduction.........................................................7
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Jump Starting the Vehicle.........................143
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Keys and Remote Controls.........................42
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Lane Keeping System..................................116Lighting Control..............................................52
Lighting...............................................................52General Information............................................52Load Carrying.................................................124Load Limit........................................................124Locking and Unlocking.................................45Lug NutsSee: Changing a Road Wheel.........................215
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Maintenance..................................................162General Information..........................................162Manual Climate Control...............................74Manual Seats...................................................78Message CenterSee: Information Displays.................................65MirrorsSee: Windows and Mirrors................................57Mobile Communications Equipment.......12Mobile Device Data........................................16Motorcraft Parts...........................................224
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Normal Scheduled Maintenance..........250
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Oil Change Indicator Reset.......................165Oil CheckSee: Engine Oil Check.......................................164Opening and Closing the Hood...............162Ordering Additional Owner'sLiterature......................................................150Overriding Automatic High BeamControl............................................................56
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Parking Aids...................................................106Parking Brake..................................................101Passive Anti-Theft System........................48PATSSee: Passive Anti-Theft System.....................48Perchlorate..........................................................9Playing Media From a USB Device.......240Power Door LocksSee: Locking and Unlocking.............................45
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