towing FORD F-350 2018 Manual PDF

Other Maintenance Items
Inspect accessory drive belt or belts. 2
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter on 6-speed
transmission. Consult dealer for requirements.
Every 150,000 mi
(240,000 km) Replace the accessory drive belt or belts if not replaced
within the last 100,000 mi (160,000 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.
1 Initial replacement at six years or
105,000 mi (168,000 km), then every three years or
45,000 mi (72,000 km).
2 If not replaced, inspect the belt or belts every
15,000 mi (24,000 km).
Diesel Engine
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
7,500– 10,000 mi
(12,000– 16,000 km) Normal commuting with highway driving.
No, or moderate, load or towing.
Flat to moderately hilly roads.
No extended idling.
Severe
5,000– 7,500 mi
(8,000– 12,000 km) Moderate to heavy load or towing.
Mountainous or off-road conditions.
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When to Expect the Message Prompting You to Change Your Oil
Vehicle Use and Example
Miles (km)
Extended idling, 200-300 hours.
Extended hot or cold operation. Extreme
2,500–5,000 mi
(4,000–8,000 km) 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 mi (40 km).
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 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.
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Other maintenance items
1
Change axle(s) fluid. See exceptions.
Change transfer case fluid, if equipped.
1 You can perform these maintenance items within 3,000 mi (4,800 km) 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
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.
2 Perform follow-up inspections every
15,000 mi (24,000 km) after the initial inspection.
Replace the belt or belts at 150,000 mi (240,000 km).
3 Initial replacement is at six years or 105,000 mi (168,000 km), then every three years or
45,000 mi (72,000 km)
.
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)
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Rotate tires 1
, 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.
Lubricate control arm and steering ball joints if equipped
with grease fittings.
Rotate tires1
, 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.
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Off-road operation
Rotate tires 1
, 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. 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)
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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. 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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Off-road Operation
Change the rear axle fluid (Dana rear axles only - some F-
350s; all F-450s and F-550s).
Every 50,000 mi
(80,000 km)
Change the transfer case fluid. (Four-wheel drive vehicles)
Inspect the front axle fluid. (Four-wheel drive vehicles)
1 Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted.
2 Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. Using Biodiesel, up to and Including 20% Biodiesel (B20)
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
300 engine hours Using Fuel Other Than Ultra-low Sulfur Diesel Fuel - Vehicles Operated Where Ultra-low
Sulfur Diesel Fuel is not Required or Available
Change engine oil and filter.
Every
2,500 mi (4,000 km)
or three months (if using
high sulfur fuel with more
than 500 ppm sulfur)
Change engine oil and filter.
Every
5,000 mi (8,000 km)
or six months (if using high
sulfur fuel with fewer than
500 ppm sulfur)
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
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Understanding the Shift Positions of Your
Automatic Transmission........................... 208
Understanding your SelectShift Automatic ™ transmission......................... 210
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check............................................................346
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid................................................................... 346
Autowipers........................................................87
Auxiliary Power Points................................170 110 Volt - 400 Watt Capacity AC Power
Outlet................................................................. 170
12 Volt DC Power Point..................................... 170
Locations............................................................... 170
Auxiliary Switches........................................575 Upfitter Interface Module............................... 578
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery..................... 353
Bed Extender....................................................74
Grocery mode........................................................ 75
Tailgate mode........................................................ 74
Bed Ramps
....................................................268
Installing the Ramp Holder............................ 270
Stowing the Bed Ramp................................... 270
Using the Bed Ramp........................................ 269
Blind Spot Information System
..............252
Blind Spot Information System with Trailer
Tow..................................................................... 254
Switching the System Off and On..............256
System Errors...................................................... 256
Using the System............................................... 253
BLIS See: Blind Spot Information System..........252
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........328
Booster Seats
..................................................32
Types of Booster Seats...................................... 32
Brake Fluid Check........................................349
Brakes...............................................................225 General Information.......................................... 225
Breaking-In
....................................................298
Bulb Specification Chart..........................360 C
Cabin Air Filter................................................152
California Proposition 65
.............................12
Capacities and Specifications - 6.2L.................................................................427
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates............................................................ 431
Specifications..................................................... 428
Capacities and Specifications - 6.7L Diesel.............................................................432
Engine Oil Specifications............................... 438
Specifications..................................................... 434
Capacities and Specifications - 6.8L................................................................439
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates........................................................... 443
Specifications..................................................... 440
Capacities and Specifications...............420
Cargo Lamps....................................................97
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior.............................. 370
Catalytic Converter
......................................196
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II).................... 197
Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Testing.................................................... 197
Center Console
...............................................172
Changing a Bulb...........................................357 Cargo Lamp and Central High Mounted
Brake Lamp Bulbs........................................ 359
Fog Lamp Bulbs................................................. 358
Front Park and Direction Indicator Lamp Bulbs.................................................................. 357
Headlamp Bulbs................................................. 357
License Plate Lamp Bulb............................... 360
Rear Lamps, Brake Lamps, Rear Direction Indicator and Reversing Lamp
Bulbs................................................................. 358
Changing a Fuse..........................................326 Fuses...................................................................... 326
Changing a Road Wheel..........................408 Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly
Information.................................................... 408
Location of the Spare Tire and Tools................................................................. 409
Removing the Spare Tire (With Spare Tire Carrier Only)................................................... 409
Tire Change Procedure.................................... 410
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Regeneration.......................................................
202
Digital Radio..................................................454 HD Radio Reception and Station
Troubleshooting............................................ 455
Direction Indicators.......................................93
Doors and Locks.............................................67
Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap - 6.7L Diesel..............................................................351
Draining the Diesel Fuel Conditioner Module............................................................... 351
Filter Location...................................................... 351
Driver and Passenger Airbags....................47 Children and Airbags........................................... 52
Passenger Airbag On and Off Switch ..........47
Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment......................................................... 51
Driving Aids....................................................250
Driving Hints
..................................................298
Driving Through Water..............................299
DRL See: Daytime Running Lamps.......................... 91
E
Economical Driving
.....................................298
Electromagnetic Compatibility.............609
Electronic Locking Differential................223 Activating the Electronic Locking
Differential....................................................... 223
Emission Law
.................................................195
Noise Emissions Warranty, Prohibited
Tampering Acts and Maintenance.........196
Tampering With a Noise Control System............................................................... 195
End User License Agreement...................611 VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT (EULA) ................................... 611
Engine Block Heater....................................183 Using the Engine Block Heater...................... 184
Engine Coolant Check - 6.2L/6.8L........338 Adding Coolant.................................................. 338
Engine Coolant Temperature Management................................................... 341
Fail-Safe Cooling............................................... 340
Recycled Coolant............................................... 339
Severe Climates................................................. 340Engine Coolant Check - 6.7L
Diesel.............................................................342
Adding Coolant................................................... 342
Checking Coolant Corrosion Inhibitor Additive Strength ......................................... 345
Coolant Change................................................. 346
Engine and Secondary Cooling System Refill Procedure............................................. 344
Engine-driven Cooling Fan (Fan Clutch).............................................................. 346
Recycled Coolant.............................................. 344
Severe Climates................................................. 344
Engine Emission Control............................195
Engine Idle Shutdown.................................183
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 76
Engine Oil Check - 6.2L/6.8L..................333 Adding Engine Oil...............................................333
Engine Oil Check - 6.7L Diesel................334 Adding Engine Oil.............................................. 335
Engine lubrication for severe service operation ......................................................... 335
Engine Oil Dipstick - 6.2L/6.8L...............333
Engine Oil Dipstick - 6.7L Diesel.............333
Engine Specifications - 6.2L...................420 Drivebelt Routing............................................... 420
Engine Specifications - 6.7L Diesel............................................................420
........................................................................\
.......... 420
Drivebelt Routing................................................ 421
Engine Specifications - 6.8L.....................421
Drivebelt Routing............................................... 422
Entertainment................................................517 AM/FM Radio....................................................... 518
Apps....................................................................... 526
Bluetooth Stereo or USB................................ 525
CD (If equipped)................................................ 524
HD Radio ™ Information (If
Available).......................................................... 521
SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (If Activated)......................................................... 519
Sources................................................................... 518
Supported Media Players, Formats and Metadata Information................................ 526
USB Ports............................................................. 526
Environment.....................................................16
Essential Towing Checks..........................286 Before Towing a Trailer.................................... 293
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Dynamic Hitching Using the Rear View
Camera System............................................. 287
Hitches.................................................................. 288
Integrated Trailer Brake Controller.............290
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft (PWC)........................................ 294
Safety Chains...................................................... 290
Trailer Brakes...................................................... 290
Trailer Lamps....................................................... 293
Trailer Towing Connector............................... 286
When Towing a Trailer..................................... 294
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording............................................ 10
Export Unique Options.................................15
Exterior Mirrors................................................99
Blind Spot Information System..................... 101
Clearance Lamps ............................................... 101
Direction Indicator Mirrors ............................... 101
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors............................... 99
Heated Exterior Mirrors .................................... 101
Memory Mirrors ................................................... 101
Power Exterior Mirrors........................................ 99
PowerScope ™ Power Telescoping
Mirrors............................................................... 100
Puddle Lamps...................................................... 101
Spot Lamps........................................................... 101
Telescoping Mirrors........................................... 100
Trailer Towing Camera System...................... 101
F
Fastening the Seatbelts..............................38 Fastening the Cinch Tongue............................ 39
Rear Inflatable Seatbelt..................................... 41
Seatbelt Locking Modes................................... 40
Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy................39
Using the Seatbelt with Cinch Tongue (Front Center Seat on Super Cab and
Crew Cab).......................................................... 38
Flat Tire See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 408
Floor Mats
......................................................299
Fog Lamps - Front See: Front Fog Lamps........................................ 93
Foot Pedals See: Adjusting the Pedals................................. 86
Ford Credit
.........................................................12
US Only...................................................................... 12Ford Protect
...................................................579
Ford Protect Extended Service Plan
(CANADA ONLY).......................................... 580
Ford Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S. Only).................................................................. 579
Four-Wheel Drive
..........................................214
Front Fog Lamps............................................93
Front Seat Armrest......................................164 ........................................................................\
........... 164
Fuel and Refueling.......................................185
Fuel Consumption
........................................193
Fuel Economy...................................................... 194
Fuel Filter - 6.2L/6.8L.................................352
Fuel Quality - Diesel.....................................187 Biodiesel................................................................ 188
Diesel Fuel Additives......................................... 189
Fuel Requirements - Choosing The Right Fuel: Vehicles Operated Where Ultra Low
Sulfur Diesel Fuel Is Not Required ..........187
Fuel Requirements - Choosing The Right Fuel: Vehicles Operated Where Ultra Low
Sulfur Diesel Fuel Is Required (United
States/Canada/Puerto Rico/U.S. Virgin
Islands And Other Locales) ...................... 187
Fuel Quality - E85........................................186 Choosing the Right Fuel - Flex Fuel
Vehicles............................................................. 186
Switching Between E85 and Gasoline............................................................. 187
Fuel Quality - Gasoline..............................189 Choosing the Right Fuel.................................. 189
Fuel Shutoff..................................................304
Fuses..................................................................317
Fuse Specification Chart............................317 Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel........323
Power Distribution Box..................................... 317
G
Garage Door Opener See: Universal Garage Door Opener...........166
Gauges
.............................................................105
DEF Gauge............................................................ 108
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge...........107
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge............................. 106
Fuel Gauge............................................................ 107
Transmission Fluid Temperature Gauge................................................................ 108
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