cooling FORD F-350 2019 Owner's Guide

Check Every Month
Air filter restriction gauge. 1
Engine oil level.
Function of all interior and exterior lights.
Tires including the spare for wear and proper pressure. Windshield washer fluid level.
Fuel and water separator. Drain if necessary or if indicated by the information display. 1
Holes and slots in the tail pipe to make sure they are functional and clear of debris. 1
1 Diesel vehicles only. Check Every Six Months
Battery connections. Clean if necessary.
Body and door drain holes for obstructions. Clean if necessary. Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength.
Door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if necessary.
Hinges, latches and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if necessary. Parking brake for proper operation.
Safety belts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps, brake, ABS, airbag and safety belt for operation.
Washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
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At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Information Display
1
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 10,000 mi (16,000 km) between service intervals.
2 Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes.
3 For vehicles with dual rear wheels, rotate the front wheels when specified. Only rotate
the dual rear wheels if you see unusual wear. Other Maintenance items
1
Replace the cabin air filter.
Every
20,000 mi
(32,000 km)
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel filters.
Every
30,000 mi
(48,000 km) Inspect the engine and secondary cooling system coolant
concentration freeze-point protection, additive corrosion
inhibitor strength if your vehicle has orange-colored coolant,
coolant level, and hoses. Add coolant additive if necessary
if your vehicle has orange-colored coolant.
Replace the front wheel bearing grease and grease seal if
using non-sealed bearings. Two-wheel drive vehicles.
Every
60,000 mi
(96,000 km)
Inspect the accessory drive belt or belts. 2
At
90,000 mi
(144,000 km)
Change the engine and secondary cooling system coolant,
if your vehicle has orange-colored coolant. 3
At
100,000 mi
(160,000 km)
Change the crankcase ventilation filter element if equipped.
Dual rear wheel and incomplete chassis configurations only.
Every
100,000 mi
(160,000 km)
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter. Consult
dealer for requirements.
Every
150,000 mi
(240,000 km)
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Other Maintenance items
1
Replace the accessory drive belt or belts if not replaced
within the last 100,000 mi (160,000 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.
Change the engine and secondary cooling system coolant,
if your vehicle has yellow-colored coolant. 4
At
200,000 mi
(320,000 km)
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.
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).
4 Initial replacement at ten years or 200,000 mi (320,000 km), then every five years or
100,000 mi (160,000 km).
Note: If your vehicle has orange-colored coolant and you add 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.
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.
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Towing a Trailer or Using a Car-top Carrier
Inspect the engine and secondary cooling system coolant
concentration (freeze-point protection) and additive
(corrosion inhibitor) strength. If your vehicle has orange-
colored coolant, 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: If your vehicle has orange-colored coolant and you add 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. If your vehicle has orange-
colored coolant, 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: If your vehicle has orange-colored coolant and you add 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 25 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. If your vehicle has orange-
colored coolant, 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: If your vehicle has orange-colored coolant and you add 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. If your vehicle has orange-
colored coolant, 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: If your vehicle has orange-colored coolant and you add 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°F (-23°C) or Above 100°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 tires, inspect the tires for wear and measure
tread depth.1
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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Regeneration......................................................
200
Digital Radio...................................................451 HD Radio Reception and Station
Troubleshooting............................................ 452
Direction Indicators.......................................95
Doors and Locks.............................................69
Draining the Fuel Filter Water Trap - 6.7L Diesel..............................................................351
Draining the Diesel Fuel Conditioner Module.............................................................. 352
Filter Location...................................................... 351
Driver Alert.....................................................249 Using Driver Alert............................................... 249
Driver and Passenger Airbags...................48 Children and Airbags........................................... 53
Passenger Airbag On and Off Switch .........48
Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment........................................................ 53
Driving Aids
....................................................249
Driving Hints..................................................299
Driving Through Water..............................300
DRL See: Daytime Running Lamps......................... 93
E
Economical Driving.....................................299
Electromagnetic Compatibility
.............608
Electronic Locking Differential.................221 Activating the Electronic Locking
Differential........................................................ 221
Emission Law.................................................193 Noise Emissions Warranty, Prohibited
Tampering Acts and Maintenance..........194
Tampering With a Noise Control System............................................................... 193
End User License Agreement..................610 VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT (EULA) ................................. 610
Engine Block Heater.....................................181 Using the Engine Block Heater...................... 182
Engine Coolant Check - 6.2L/6.8L........339 Adding Coolant.................................................. 340
Engine Coolant Temperature Management
.................................................. 342
Fail-Safe Cooling................................................ 341
Recycled Coolant.............................................. 340
Severe Climates.................................................. 341Engine Coolant Check - 6.7L
Diesel.............................................................343
Adding Coolant................................................... 343
Coolant Change................................................. 346
Engine and Secondary Cooling System Refill Procedure............................................. 345
Engine-driven Cooling Fan............................. 346
Recycled Coolant............................................... 345
Severe Climates................................................. 346
Engine Emission Control
............................193
Engine Idle Shutdown..................................181
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 78
Engine Oil Check - 6.2L/6.8L..................334 Adding Engine Oil.............................................. 334
Engine Oil Check - 6.7L Diesel................335 Adding Engine Oil.............................................. 336
Engine lubrication for severe service operation ......................................................... 336
Engine Oil Dipstick - 6.2L/6.8L...............334
Engine Oil Dipstick - 6.7L Diesel.............334
Engine Specifications - 6.2L....................419 Drivebelt Routing................................................ 419
Engine Specifications - 6.7L Diesel.......419 Drivebelt Routing............................................... 420
Engine Specifications - 6.8L...................420 Drivebelt Routing................................................ 421
Entertainment...............................................515 AM/FM Radio....................................................... 516
Apps........................................................................\
524
Bluetooth Stereo or USB................................ 523
CD (If equipped)................................................ 522
HD Radio ™ Information (If
Available)......................................................... 519
SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (If Activated)......................................................... 517
Sources................................................................... 516
Supported Media Players, Formats and Metadata Information................................ 524
USB Ports............................................................. 524
Environment......................................................17
Essential Towing Checks..........................287 Before Towing a Trailer.................................... 294
Dynamic Hitching Using the Rear View Camera System............................................ 288
Hitches.................................................................. 289
Integrated Trailer Brake Controller..............292
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Turbo Boost Gauge...........................................
106
Type 1 and 2.......................................................... 104
Type 3..................................................................... 105
Gearbox See: Transmission............................................. 206
General Information on Radio Frequencies...................................................58
Intelligent Access................................................. 58
General Maintenance Information.......580 Multi-Point Inspection..................................... 583
Owner Checks and Services........................... 581
Protecting Your Investment.......................... 580
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?......................... 580
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?.................................................... 580
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada..........................................................314
Getting the Services You Need.................311 Away From Home................................................ 311
Global Opening..............................................98 Opening the Windows....................................... 98
H
Handbrake See: Parking Brake............................................. 225
Hazard Flashers...........................................305
HDC See: Using Hill Descent Control.....................231
Headlamp Adjusting See: Adjusting the Headlamps..................... 356
Headrest See: Head Restraints......................................... 152
Head Restraints.............................................152
Adjusting the Head Restraint......................... 153
Heated Exterior Mirrors................................151
Heated Rear Window..................................150
Heated Seats.................................................160 Rear Heated Seats.............................................. 161
Heated Steering Wheel
................................87
Heating See: Climate Control......................................... 145
Hill Start Assist.............................................225 Switching the System On and Off..............226
Using Hill Start Assist....................................... 226Hints on Controlling the Interior
Climate..........................................................148
Defogging the Side Windows in Cold Weather............................................................ 150
General Hints....................................................... 148
Quickly Cooling the Interior............................ 149
Quickly Heating the Interior............................ 149
Recommended Settings for Cooling..........150
Recommended Settings for Heating..........149
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes............................................................225
Home Screen
................................................507
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood..........329
I
Ignition Switch
................................................173
In California (U.S. Only)..............................312
Information Display Control
.......................87
Information Displays.....................................112
General Information............................................ 112
Information Messages
................................128
4WD........................................................................\
. 144
Adaptive Cruise Control................................... 129
Adaptive Steering............................................... 130
AdvanceTrac and Traction Control..............130
Airbag....................................................................... 131
Alarm and Security.............................................. 131
Automatic Engine Shutdown.......................... 131
Battery and Charging System........................ 132
Blind Spot Information and Cross Traffic Alert System.................................................... 132
Diesel Messages.................................................. 133
Doors and Locks.................................................. 135
Driver Alert............................................................ 136
Drivetrain................................................................ 136
Engine..................................................................... 136
Fuel........................................................................\
... 137
Keys and Intelligent Access............................. 137
Lane Keeping System....................................... 138
Maintenance........................................................ 138
MyKey...................................................................... 139
Off Road................................................................. 139
Park Aid.................................................................. 140
Park Brake............................................................. 140
Power Steering..................................................... 141
Pre-Collision Assist............................................. 141
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Phone Voice Commands................................
463
Receiving Calls................................................... 465
System Settings.................................................. 471
Text Messaging................................................... 467
Using Traction Control................................227 Switching the System Off............................... 227
System Indicator Lights and Messages.......................................................... 227
Using Voice Recognition...........................459
Audio Voice Commands................................. 509
Climate Voice Commands.............................. 510
Initiating a Voice Session................................ 459
Mobile App Voice Commands....................... 513
Navigation Voice Commands........................ 512
Phone Voice Commands................................ 510
SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link Voice Commands...................................................... 513
System Interaction and Feedback.............460
Voice Settings Commands............................. 514
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program (Canada Only)
.........................314
V
Vehicle Care
...................................................369
General Information......................................... 369
Vehicle Certification Label.......................425
Vehicle Identification Number................424
Vehicle Storage.............................................376 Battery.................................................................... 377
Body........................................................................\
376
Brakes..................................................................... 377
Cooling system.................................................... 377
Engine..................................................................... 377
Fuel system........................................................... 377
General.................................................................. 376
Miscellaneous...................................................... 377
Removing Vehicle From Storage.................. 377
Tires........................................................................\
. 377
Ventilation See: Climate Control......................................... 145
VIN See: Vehicle Identification Number............424
Voice Control
...................................................86 W
Warning Lamps and Indicators
...............107
4X2........................................................................\
..... 111
4X4 HIGH................................................................. 111
4X4 LOW.................................................................. 111
Adaptive Cruise Control................................... 107
Adaptive Steering............................................... 107
Anti-Lock Braking System............................... 107
Automatic High Beam...................................... 107
Battery.................................................................... 108
Blind Spot Monitor............................................ 108
Brake System Warning Lamp........................ 108
Check 4X4............................................................ 108
Check Fuel Cap................................................... 108
Cruise Control...................................................... 108
Diesel Engine Brake........................................... 108
Diesel Exhaust Fluid.......................................... 108
Direction Indicator............................................. 109
Door Ajar................................................................ 109
Electronic Locking Differential...................... 109
Engine Coolant Temperature........................ 109
Engine Oil.............................................................. 109
Fasten Seatbelt.................................................. 109
Front Airbag......................................................... 109
Front Fog Lamps................................................ 109
High Beam............................................................ 109
Hill Descent.......................................................... 109
Low Fuel Level..................................................... 109
Low Tire Pressure Warning............................. 109
Powertrain Malfunction/Reduced Power/Electronic Throttle Control..........110
Service Engine Soon........................................... 110
Stability Control................................................... 110
Stability Control Off........................................... 110
Transmission Tow/Haul.................................... 110
Wait To Start......................................................... 110
Water In Fuel......................................................... 110
Warning Triangle
.........................................305
Washer Fluid Check.....................................351
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior.............................. 369
See: Wipers and Washers................................. 89
Waxing..............................................................371
Wheel Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 406
Wheels and Tires.........................................379 General Information.......................................... 379
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