engine oil FORD F-450 2020 Repair Manual

Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions (Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads)
Change the engine oil and filter. 3
Every 7,500 mi (12,000 km),
six months or 300 engine
hours
Inspect and lubricate the U-joints.
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel
filters.
Every 15,000 mi
(24,000 km), 6 months or
600 engine hours
Replace the air inlet foam filter.
Every
30,000 mi
(48,000 km) Replace the wheel bearing grease and grease seals if you
use non-sealed bearings. Two-wheel drive vehicles.
1 Rotate the front wheels on vehicles with dual rear wheels when specified. Only rotate
the rear wheels if you notice unusual wear.
2 Reset the engine air filter information monitor after you replace the air filter.
3 Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes. Off-road Operation
Inspect the functional holes in each leg of the twin exhaust
tips and the holes under the shield just inboard of the right
rear tire to make sure they are clean and clear of debris or
foreign materials. Refer to the Vehicle Care chapter of your
owner ’s manual for more information.
As required
Inspect the steering, suspension ball joints and the tie rods.
Lubricate any grease fittings.
Rotate the tires, inspect the tires for wear and measure
the tread depth.1
Every 7,000 mi (12,000 km),
six months or 300 engine
hours
Inspect the brake system pads and rotors.
Inspect the air filter restriction gauge. Replace the air filter
if necessary.2
Change the engine oil and filter. 3
Every 7,000 mi (12,000 km)
or 300 engine hours
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel
filters.
Every
15,000 mi
(24,000 km), six months or
600 engine hours
Replace the air inlet foam filter.
Every
30,000 mi
(48,000 km)
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Off-road Operation
Replace the wheel bearing grease and grease seals if you
use non-sealed bearings. Two-wheel drive vehicles.
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 Rotate the front wheels on vehicles with dual rear wheels when specified. Only rotate
the rear wheels if you notice unusual wear.
2 Reset the engine air filter information monitor after you replace the air filter.
3 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 the 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 the 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)
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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
specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number
XY-75W140-QL, or equivalent. Add friction
modifier XL-3 (EST-M2C118-A) or
equivalent for complete refill of
Traction-Lok rear axles. See
Capacities
and Specifications (page 429).
Additional Axle Maintenance for Dual
Rear Wheels
Change the rear axle fluid every
250,000 mi (400,000 km)
under normal
driving conditions on all commercial
applications. When you operate your
vehicle at or near maximum gross vehicle
weights, change the rear axle fluid every
60,000 mi (96,000 km)
. In addition,
follow this 60,000 mi (96,000 km)
schedule when you operate your vehicle
under the special operating conditions
where noted. California Fuel Filter Replacement
If you register your vehicle in California, the
California Air Resources Board has
determined that the failure to perform this
maintenance item does not nullify the
emission warranty or limit recall liability
before the completion of your vehicle's
useful life. Ford Motor Company, however,
urges you to have all recommended
maintenance services performed at the
specified intervals and to record all vehicle
service.
Hot Climate Oil Change Intervals
Vehicles operating in the Middle East,
North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa or
locations with similar climates using an
American Petroleum Institute (API)
Certified for Gasoline Engines (Certification
mark) oil of SM or SN quality, the normal
oil change interval is 3,000 mi (5,000 km).
If the available API SM or SN oils are not
available, then the oil change interval is
2,000 mi (3,000 km)
.
Engine Air Filter and Cabin Air Filter
Replacement
The life of the engine air filter and cabin air
filter is dependent on exposure to dusty
and dirty conditions. Vehicles operated in
these conditions require frequent
inspection and replacement of the engine
air filter and cabin air filter.
Diesel Particulate Filter
Over time, a slight amount of ash builds
up in the diesel particulate filter, which is
not removed during the regeneration
process. The filter may need to be replaced
with a new or remanufactured part at
approximately 250,000 mi (400,000 km).
Actual mileage varies depending on engine
and vehicle operating conditions.
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Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold
Climates.......................................................... 440
Automatic Transmission-Six Speed..........438
Automatic Transmission-Ten Speed.........438
Engine Coolant................................................... 439
Engine Oil............................................................. 439
Front Axle............................................................. 444
Fuel Tank............................................................... 441
Grease..................................................................... 441
Hydraulic Brake System.................................. 442
Locks...................................................................... 443
Power Steering System................................... 442
Rear Axle - 10.5.................................................. 444
Rear Axle - 11.8 ................................................... 445
Transfer Case...................................................... 443
Washer Reservoir............................................... 445
Capacities and Specifications - 6.7L Diesel............................................................446
Air Conditioning System................................. 446
Alternative Engine Oil for Biodiesel Fuel Blends (B20 Max)........................................ 450
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates ........................................................... 450
Alternative Engine Oil for Severe Duty Service............................................................... 451
Automatic Transmission................................. 447
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank.................452
Engine Coolant................................................... 448
Engine Oil............................................................. 448
Front Axle............................................................. 455
Fuel Tank................................................................ 451
Grease.................................................................... 452
Hydraulic Brake System.................................. 453
Locks...................................................................... 454
Power Steering System................................... 453
Rear Axle - 10.5................................................... 455
Rear Axle - 10.8.................................................. 456
Rear Axle - 11.8 ................................................... 456
Transfer Case...................................................... 454
Washer Reservoir............................................... 457
Capacities and Specifications - 7.3L..................................................................457
Air Conditioning System................................. 458
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates.......................................................... 460
Automatic Transmission................................ 458
Engine Coolant................................................... 459
Engine Oil............................................................. 459Front Axle.............................................................
464
Fuel Tank............................................................... 461
Grease..................................................................... 461
Hydraulic Brake System.................................. 462
Locks...................................................................... 463
Power Steering System................................... 462
Rear Axle - 10.5.................................................. 464
Rear Axle - 10.8.................................................. 465
Rear Axle - 11.8 (With HD Tow Option)............................................................. 465
Rear Axle - 11.8 (Without HD Tow Option)............................................................ 466
Transfer Case...................................................... 463
Washer Reservoir............................................... 467
Capacities and Specifications................429
Cargo Lamps...................................................90
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior............................... 381
Catalytic Converter......................................189 On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)................... 190
Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Testing.................................................... 191
Center Console..............................................165
Changing a Bulb...........................................372 Cargo Lamp and Central High Mounted
Brake Lamp Bulbs......................................... 374
Fog Lamp Bulbs.................................................. 373
Front Park and Direction Indicator Lamp Bulbs.................................................................. 372
Headlamp Bulbs................................................. 372
LED Lamps........................................................... 375
License Plate Lamp Bulb................................ 375
Rear Lamps, Brake Lamps, Rear Direction Indicator and Reversing Lamp
Bulbs.................................................................. 373
Changing a Fuse...........................................335 Fuses...................................................................... 335
Changing a Road Wheel.............................417 Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly
Information....................................................... 417
Jacking the Vehicle............................................ 422
Location of the Spare Tire and Tools..........418
Stowing the Flat Tire or Spare Tire..............427
Tire Change Procedure..................................... 418
Changing the 12V Battery.........................368 Battery Management System...................... 369
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 6.2L................................................................346
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Changing the Engine Air Filter - 6.7L
Diesel.............................................................347
Air Filter Restriction Gauge............................ 348
Changing the Engine Air Filter - 7.3L.................................................................349
Changing the Engine-Mounted and Diesel Fuel Conditioner Module Fuel
Filters - 6.7L Diesel....................................375
Diesel Fuel Conditioner Module Filter........375
Engine-mounted Fuel Filter........................... 378
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter...............................................................345
Engine Lubrication for Severe Service Operation......................................................... 345
Changing the Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot Name or Password...................................473
Changing the Wiper Blades......................371
Checking MyKey System Status...............63 MyKey Distance.................................................... 63
Number of Admin Keys...................................... 63
Number of MyKeys.............................................. 63
Checking the Wiper Blades.......................371
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance.................................................42
Child Restraint Positioning
.........................33
Child Safety......................................................20 General Information............................................ 20
Child Safety Locks
.........................................35
Left-Hand Side...................................................... 35
Right-Hand Side................................................... 35
Cleaning Leather Seats.............................385 With King Ranch Edition................................. 386
Without King Ranch Edition.......................... 385
Cleaning Products......................................380 Materials............................................................... 380
Cleaning the Engine....................................382
Cleaning the Exhaust - 6.7L Diesel.......382
Cleaning the Exterior...................................381 Cleaning the Headlamps................................. 381
Exterior Chrome Parts...................................... 381
Exterior Plastic Parts......................................... 381
Stripes or Graphics............................................. 381
Underbody........................................................... 382
Under Hood......................................................... 382
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens
........................385
Cleaning the Interior...................................383
Cleaning the Wheels..................................387 Cleaning the Windows and Wiper
Blades...........................................................383
Clearing All MyKeys.......................................62
Climate.............................................................519 Accessing Rear Climate Controls.................521
Accessing the Climate Control Menu.........519
Directing the Airflow.......................................... 519
Rear Climate Control Lock Indicator...........521
Setting the Blower Motor Speed.................. 519
Setting the Temperature................................. 519
Switching Auto Mode On and Off................519
Switching Dual Zone Mode On and Off...................................................................... 520
Switching Maximum Air Conditioning On and Off............................................................. 520
Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off...................................................................... 520
Switching Rear Auto Mode On and Off........................................................................\
521
Switching Recirculated Air On and Off........................................................................\
521
Switching the Air Conditioning On and Off....................................................................... 519
Switching the Climate Controlled Seats On and Off............................................................. 520
Switching the Climate Control On and Off...................................................................... 520
Switching the Heated Exterior Mirrors On and Off............................................................. 520
Switching the Heated Rear Window On and Off...................................................................... 520
Switching the Heated Seats On and Off...................................................................... 520
Switching the Heated Steering Wheel On and Off............................................................. 520
Switching the Heated Windshield On and Off...................................................................... 520
Switching the Rear Climate Controlled Seats On and Off........................................... 521
Switching the Rear Heated Seats On and Off........................................................................\
521
Switching the Rear Ventilated Seats On and Off............................................................... 521
Switching the Ventilated Seats On and Off........................................................................\
521
Climate Control.............................................139
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DRL
See: Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With:
Configurable Daytime Running Lamps....87
See: Daytime Running Lamps - Vehicles With: Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)................88
E
Economical Driving.....................................307
Electromagnetic Compatibility...............581
Electronic Locking Differential.................215 Activating the Electronic Locking
Differential........................................................ 215
Operating ELD With a Spare or Mismatched Tires.................................................................... 216
Electronic Tailgate.........................................70
With the Outside Control Button................... 70
With the Remote Control.................................. 70
Emission Law.................................................188 Noise Emissions Warranty, Prohibited
Tampering Acts and Maintenance.........189
Tampering With a Noise Control System.............................................................. 188
End User License Agreement.................584 VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT (EULA) ................................ 584
Engine Block Heater.....................................176 Using the Engine Block Heater....................... 177
Engine Coolant Check - 6.2L
...................353
Adding Coolant................................................... 353
Engine Coolant Temperature Management.................................................. 356
Fail-Safe Cooling............................................... 355
Recycled Coolant.............................................. 354
Severe Climates................................................. 354
Engine Coolant Check - 6.7L Diesel.............................................................357
Adding Coolant................................................... 357
Coolant Change................................................. 360
Engine and Secondary Cooling System Refill Procedure............................................. 359
Engine-driven Cooling Fan............................ 360
Recycled Coolant.............................................. 359
Severe Climates................................................. 360
Engine Coolant Check - 7.3L...................360 Adding Coolant................................................... 361
Coolant Change................................................. 363Engine Coolant Temperature
Management.................................................. 364
Engine-driven Cooling Fan (Fan Clutch).............................................................. 363
Fail-Safe Cooling............................................... 363
Recycled Coolant............................................... 362
Severe Climates................................................. 363
Engine Emission Control
...........................188
Engine Idle Shutdown.................................176
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 75
Engine Oil Check - 6.2L..............................341 Adding Engine Oil.............................................. 342
Engine Oil Check - 6.7L Diesel................343 Adding Engine Oil.............................................. 343
Engine lubrication for severe service operation ........................................................ 344
Engine Oil Check - 7.3L..............................344 Adding Engine Oil.............................................. 344
Engine Oil Dipstick - 6.2L...........................341
Engine Oil Dipstick - 6.7L Diesel..............341
Engine Oil Dipstick - 7.3L............................341
Engine Specifications - 6.2L....................429 Drivebelt Routing............................................... 429
Engine Specifications - 6.7L Diesel.......429 Drivebelt Routing............................................... 430
Engine Specifications - 7.3L....................430 Drivebelt Routing................................................ 431
Entertainment..............................................509 AM/FM Radio....................................................... 510
Apps........................................................................\
518
Bluetooth Stereo or USB.................................. 517
CD........................................................................\
..... 516
HD Radio ™ Information (If
Available).......................................................... 513
SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (If Activated).......................................................... 511
Sources.................................................................. 510
Supported Media Players, Formats and Metadata Information................................. 518
USB Ports.............................................................. 518
Environment......................................................17
Essential Towing Checks..........................295 Before Towing a Trailer.................................... 303
Dynamic Hitching Using the Rear View Camera System............................................ 296
Hitches................................................................... 297
Integrated Trailer Brake Controller.............300
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Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal
Watercraft (PWC)........................................ 304
Safety Chains...................................................... 299
Trailer Brakes....................................................... 299
Trailer Lamps...................................................... 303
Trailer Towing Connector................................ 295
When Towing a Trailer..................................... 303
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording............................................ 10
Export Unique Options.................................16
Exterior Mirrors................................................95 Blind Spot Information System...................... 98
Clearance Lamps ................................................. 97
Direction Indicator Mirrors ................................ 97
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors............................... 95
Heated Exterior Mirrors ...................................... 97
Memory Mirrors .................................................... 97
Power Exterior Mirrors........................................ 95
PowerScope ™ Power Telescoping
Mirrors................................................................. 96
Puddle Lamps........................................................ 97
Spot Lamps............................................................ 97
Telescoping Mirrors............................................. 96
Trailer Towing Camera System....................... 97
F
Fastening the Seatbelts...............................37 Fastening the Cinch Tongue............................ 38
Seatbelt Locking Modes.................................... 39
Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy................38
Using the Seatbelt with Cinch Tongue (Front Center Seat on Super Cab and
Crew Cab)........................................................... 37
Fire Extinguisher
............................................316
Flat Tire See: Changing a Road Wheel......................... 417
Floor Mats........................................................313
Fog Lamps - Front See: Front Fog Lamps........................................ 88
Foot Pedals See: Adjusting the Pedals................................. 83
Ford Credit
.........................................................14
US Only..................................................................... 14
Ford Protect....................................................551 Ford Protect Extended Service Plan
(CANADA ONLY).......................................... 552Ford Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S.
Only)................................................................... 551
Four-Wheel Drive.........................................207
Front Fog Lamps............................................88 Front Fog Lamp Indicator................................. 88
Switching the Front Fog Lamps On or Off........................................................................\
. 88
Fuel and Refueling.......................................178
Fuel Consumption........................................187 Advertised Capacity........................................... 187
Fuel Economy....................................................... 187
Fuel Filter - 6.2L/7.3L...................................371
Fuel Quality - Diesel.....................................181 Biodiesel................................................................. 182
Diesel Fuel Additives ........................................ 183
Fuel Requirements - Choosing The Right Fuel: Vehicles Operated Where Ultra Low
Sulfur Diesel Fuel Is Not Required ...........181
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) ....................... 181
Fuel Quality - E85.........................................179 Choosing the Right Fuel - Flex Fuel
Vehicles.............................................................. 179
Switching Between E85 and Gasoline............................................................ 180
Fuel Quality - Gasoline..............................180 Choosing the Right Fuel.................................. 180
Fuel Shutoff
....................................................316
Fuses................................................................329
Fuse Specification Chart
..........................329
Engine Compartment Fuse Box................... 329
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel........333
G
Garage Door Opener...................................158
Garage Door Opener See: Universal Garage Door Opener...........158
Gauges..............................................................101 DEF Gauge............................................................ 103
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge..........103
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge.............................. 103
Fuel Gauge............................................................ 103
Transmission Fluid Temperature Gauge................................................................. 103
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Battery Saver..........................................................
67
Illuminated Entry.................................................. 67
Power Door Locks................................................ 65
Remote Control.................................................... 65
Smart Unlock........................................................ 66
Smart Unlocks for Intelligent Access Keys...................................................................... 66
Lug Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel......................... 417
M
Maintenance..................................................337 General Information.......................................... 337
Manual Climate Control.............................139
Directing the Airflow.......................................... 139
Setting the Blower Motor Speed.................. 139
Setting the Temperature................................. 139
Switching Maximum Air Conditioning On and Off.............................................................. 140
Switching Maximum Defrost On and Off....................................................................... 140
Switching Recirculated Air On and Off....................................................................... 140
Switching the Air Conditioning On and Off....................................................................... 139
Switching the Climate Control On and Off....................................................................... 140
Manual Seats
.................................................149
Manual Lumbar .................................................. 150
Moving the Seat Backward and Forward............................................................. 150
Recline Adjustment........................................... 150
Memory Function..........................................153 Easy Entry and Exit Feature............................ 154
Linking a PreSet Position to your Remote Control or Intelligent Access Key Fob
........................................................................\
...... 153
Recalling a Preset Position............................. 153
Saving a Preset Position.................................. 153
Message Center See: Information Displays............................... 109
Mirrors See: Windows and Mirrors................................ 94
Mobile Communications Equipment
......16
Moonroof..........................................................99
Bounce-Back....................................................... 100
Opening and Closing the Moonroof.............99 Motorcraft Parts - 6.2L...............................431
Motorcraft Parts - 6.7L Diesel
.................433
Motorcraft Parts - 7.3L...............................434
MyKey – Troubleshooting...........................63
MyKey ™
............................................................60
Principle of Operation........................................ 60
N
Navigation
......................................................523
Changing the Format of the Map................525
cityseeker.............................................................. 527
Michelin Travel Guide....................................... 528
Navigation Map Accuracy and Updates............................................................ 528
Route Guidance.................................................. 525
Setting a Destination....................................... 524
SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link................... 528
Zoom...................................................................... 525
Network Connectivity
................................470
Connecting the Vehicle to a Mobile
Network............................................................ 470
Network Connectivity – Troubleshooting.........................................
471
Normal Scheduled Maintenance..........556 Diesel Engine....................................................... 559
Gasoline Engine................................................. 558
Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor............................. 556
O
Off-Road Driving
..........................................307
After Off-Road Driving.................................... 309
Basic Off-road Driving Techniques............308
Crossing Obstacles.......................................... 309
Hill Climbing........................................................ 309
Oil Change Indicator Reset......................345
Oil Check See: Engine Oil Check - 6.2L........................... 341
See: Engine Oil Check - 6.7L Diesel.............343
See: Engine Oil Check - 7.3L.......................... 344
Opening and Closing the Hood..............337
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature......................................................327
Obtaining a French Owner ’s Manual..........327
Overhead Console.......................................165
Overriding Automatic High Beam Control.............................................................92
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Direction Indicator.............................................
106
Door Ajar................................................................ 106
Electronic Locking Differential...................... 106
Engine Coolant Temperature........................ 106
Engine Oil.............................................................. 106
Fasten Seatbelt.................................................. 106
Four-Wheel Drive Indicators.......................... 108
Front Airbag......................................................... 106
Front Fog Lamps................................................ 106
High Beam............................................................ 106
Hill Descent.......................................................... 106
Low Fuel Level..................................................... 106
Low Tire Pressure Warning............................. 106
Powertrain Malfunction/Reduced Power/Electronic Throttle Control..........107
Service Engine Soon.......................................... 107
Stability Control.................................................. 107
Stability Control Off........................................... 107
Tailgate Ajar.......................................................... 107
Transmission Tow/Haul................................... 107
Wait To Start......................................................... 107
Water In Fuel......................................................... 107
Warning Triangle...........................................316
Washer Fluid Check......................................371
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior............................... 381
See: Wipers and Washers................................. 84
Waxing.............................................................382
What Is Automatic High Beam Control.............................................................92
What Is Cruise Control...............................236 Requirements...................................................... 236
What Is the Cabin Air Filter.......................146
What Is Trail Control...................................225
Wheel Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel......................... 417
Wheels and Tires........................................390 General Information......................................... 390
Technical Specifications................................. 428
Windows and Mirrors...................................94
Windshield Washers.....................................85
Windshield Wipers........................................84 Speed Dependent Wipers................................ 84
Wiper Blades See: Checking the Wiper Blades................... 371
Wipers and Washers.....................................84
Wireless Accessory Charger.....................163
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