engine oil FORD F250 2014 Owner's Guide

Be sure to ask your dealership service
advisor or technician about the multi-point
vehicle inspection. It is a comprehensive
way to perform a thorough inspection of
your vehicle. Your checklist gives you
immediate feedback on the overall
condition of your vehicle.
NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
6.2L and 6.8L Gasoline Engines Every 7500 miles (12000 km) or six months (whichever comes first)
Change engine oil and filter.
Rotate tires *
, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth.
Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended).
* Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted. Every 15000 miles (24000 km) or 12 months (whichever comes first)
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level. Consult dealer for requirements.
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake linings, hoses and parking brake.
Inspect engine cooling system strength and hoses.
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect front axle and U-joints. Lubricate if equipped with grease fittings (Four-wheel
drive vehicles).
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints.
Lubricate if equipped with grease fittings. Other maintenance items
Replace climate-controlled (heated and cooled) seat
filter. *
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Replace engine air filter.
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter on 5-speed
transmission. Consult dealer for requirements.
Every 60000 miles (96000
km)
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Towing a trailer or using a car-top carrier
Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
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 5000 miles (8000
km)
Rotate tires*
, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Change engine oil and filter.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km) or six months
Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals if
non-sealed bearings are used.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Change the transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).
Every 60000 miles (96000
km)
* 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
Inspect brake system.
Every 5000 miles (8000
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 tires*
, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km) or six months
Change engine oil and filter.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km), six months or 200
engine hours
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Super Duty (TFA) Scheduled Maintenance

Extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, as in heavy commercial use
(such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery)
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals if
non-sealed bearings are used.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).
Every 60000 miles (96000
km)
Replace spark plugs.
* Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted. Operating in dusty or sandy conditions (such as unpaved or dusty roads)
Replace engine air filter.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km)
Rotate tires*
, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Change engine oil and filter.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km) or six months
Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals if
non-sealed bearings are used.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Change rear axle fluid (F-450 and F-550 only).
Every 50000 miles (80000
km)
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).
Every 60000 miles (96000
km)
* Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels
only if unusual wear is noted. Off-road operation
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints and U-joints, Lubricate
if equipped with grease fittings.
Inspect frequently, service
as required
Replace engine air filter.
Change engine oil and filter.
Every 5000 miles (8000
km) or six months
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Off-road operation
Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
Rotate tires *
, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals if
non-sealed bearings are used.
Every 30000 miles (48000
km)
Change rear axle fluid (F-450 and F-550 only).
Every 50000 miles (80000
km)
Change transfer case fluid (Four-wheel drive vehicles).
Every 60000 miles (96000
km)
* 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
6.7L Diesel Engine
See the diesel supplement for special
operating condition information.
Exceptions
There are several exceptions to the Normal
Schedule:
Normal vehicle axle maintenance: Rear
axles and power take-off units with
synthetic fluid and light-duty trucks
equipped with Ford-design axles are
lubricated for life; do not check or change
fluid unless a leak is suspected, service is
required or the assembly has been
submerged in water. During long periods
of trailer towing with outside temperatures
above 70°F (21°C) and at wide-open
throttle for long periods above 45 mph (72
km/h), change non-synthetic rear axle fluid
every 3000 miles (4800 kilometers) or three months, whichever comes first. This
interval can be waived if the axle is filled
with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting
Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part
number F1TZ-19580-B, 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 292).
Police, Taxi and Livery vehicle axle
maintenance: Change rear axle fluid every
100000 miles (160000 kilometers). Rear
axle fluid change may be waived if the axle
was filled with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid
meeting Ford specification
WSL-M2C192-A, part number
F1TZ-19580-B, or equivalent. Add four
ounces (118 milliliters) of additive friction
modifier XL-3 (EST-M2C118-A), or
equivalent, for complete refill of
Traction-Lok rear axles. Change the axle
fluid anytime the axle submerges in water.
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Super Duty (TFA) Scheduled Maintenance

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 5000 miles (8000
kilometers).
If the available API SM or SN oils are not
available, then the oil change interval is
3000 miles (4800 kilometers).
Engine air filter replacement: The life of
the engine 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.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE RECORD 438
Super Duty (TFA) Scheduled MaintenanceE146852
Repair Order #:Distance:
Engine hours (optional): Multi-point inspection (recommended): Signature:
Dealer stamp

E
Economical Driving....................................200
Electronic Locking Differential................158
Activating the Electronic Locking
Differential....................................................... 158
Emission Control System..........................139 On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)................... 140
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing................................................... 140
End User License Agreement...................412
SYNC® End User License Agreement
(EULA)............................................................... 412
Engine Block Heater.....................................132 Using the Engine Block Heater...................... 133
Engine Coolant Check
................................227
Adding Engine Coolant.................................... 228
Checking the Engine Coolant........................ 227
Recycled Engine Coolant................................ 229
Severe Climates................................................. 229
What You Should Know About Fail-Safe Cooling.............................................................. 229
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 58
Engine Oil Check..........................................226 Adding Engine Oil.............................................. 226
Engine Oil Dipstick
......................................226
Engine Specifications.................................292
Drivebelt Routing............................................... 292
Entertainment..............................................366 A/V Inputs............................................................ 382
AM/FM Radio...................................................... 368
Bluetooth Audio.................................................. 381
Browsing Device Content............................... 366
CD........................................................................\
..... 377
SD Card Slot and USB Port............................ 378
SIRIUS® Satellite Radio (If Activated)........................................................ 373
Supported Media Players, Formats and Metadata Information................................. 381Essential Towing Checks...........................189
Before Towing a Trailer..................................... 195
Hitches................................................................... 190
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft (PWC)......................................... 196
Safety Chains........................................................ 191
Trailer Brakes......................................................... 191
Trailer Lamps....................................................... 195
Trailer Towing Connector................................ 190
Using a Step Bumper (If Equipped)............195
When Towing a Trailer...................................... 195
Event Data Recording See: Data Recording.............................................. 9
Export Unique Options..................................13
Exterior Mirrors
................................................70
Clearance Lamps................................................... 71
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors................................. 71
Heated Exterior Mirrors........................................ 71
Memory Mirrors...................................................... 71
Power Exterior Mirrors........................................ 70
Telescoping Mirrors.............................................. 72
F
Fastening the Safety Belts..........................29 Fastening the Cinch Tongue............................ 30
Restraint of Pregnant Women........................ 30
Safety Belt Extension Assembly...................... 31
Safety Belt Locking Modes............................... 30
Using the Safety Belt with Cinch Tongue (Front Center and Rear Center Seats
Only).................................................................... 29
Floor Mats
.......................................................201
Fog Lamps - Front See: Front Fog Lamps......................................... 67
Foot Pedals See: Adjusting the Pedals................................. 63
Ford Credit
..........................................................11
(U.S. Only)................................................................. 11
Ford Extended Service Plan (ESP)
.......427
SERVICE PLANS (CANADA ONLY)............429
SERVICE PLANS (U.S. Only)......................... 427
Four-Wheel Drive.........................................149
Front Fog Lamps............................................67
Front Seat Armrest........................................117
Fuel and Refueling
.......................................134
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Fuel Consumption........................................138
Calculating Fuel Economy.............................. 138
Filling the Tank.................................................... 138
Fuel Filter
........................................................235
Fuel Quality.....................................................135
Choosing the Right Fuel................................... 135
Choosing the Right Fuel With a Flex Fuel Vehicle (If Equipped)................................... 135
Diesel Engine........................................................ 135
Octane Recommendations............................ 135
Fuel Shutoff
..................................................205
Fuses.................................................................214
Fuse Specification Chart............................215 Passenger Compartment Fuse
Panel................................................................. 220
Power Distribution Box..................................... 215
G
Garage Door Opener See: Universal Garage Door Opener.............119
Gauges................................................................75 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge.............76
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge................................ 76
Fuel Gauge.............................................................. 76
Information Display.............................................. 77
Transmission Fluid Temperature Gauge................................................................... 76
General Information on Radio Frequencies...................................................46
General Maintenance Information.......430 Multi-point Inspection..................................... 432
Owner Checks and Services........................... 431
Protecting Your Investment.......................... 430
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?......................... 430
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?..................................................... 430
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada...........................................................211
Getting the Services You Need..............208 Away From Home............................................. 208
Global Opening...............................................70 Opening the Windows........................................ 70
H
Handbrake See: Parking Brake.............................................. 161Hazard Warning Flashers
.........................205
HDC See: Using Hill Descent Control.................... 168
Head Restraints............................................108 Adjusting the Head Restraint........................ 109
Heated Seats...................................................115
Heated Steering Wheel
................................62
Heated Windows and Mirrors..................106
Heated Exterior Mirror...................................... 106
Heated Rear Window....................................... 106
Heating See: Climate Control......................................... 103
Hill Start Assist...............................................161 Using Hill Start Assist........................................ 161
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate..........................................................105
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes............................................................160
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood...........223
I
Ignition Switch
...............................................130
In California (U.S. Only)............................209
Information Display Control
........................61
Type 1........................................................................\
. 61
Type 2....................................................................... 62
Information Displays
......................................81
General Information............................................. 81
Information....................................................389 911 Assist............................................................... 395
Alerts...................................................................... 395
Calendar............................................................... 395
Sirius Travel Link................................................ 392
SYNC Services (If Equipped, United States Only)................................................................. 390
Vehicle Health Report...................................... 397
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Mirrors
See: Heated Windows and Mirrors..............106
See: Windows and Mirrors................................ 69
Mobile Communications Equipment.......13
Moonroof...........................................................73 Bounce-Back.......................................................... 74
Opening and Closing the Moonroof..............73
Venting the Moonroof......................................... 74
Motorcraft Parts...........................................293
MyFord Touch ™...........................................349
General Information......................................... 349
MyKey Troubleshooting
...............................53
MyKey ™............................................................50
Principle of Operation........................................ 50
N
Navigation.....................................................400 cityseekr................................................................ 402
Map Mode............................................................ 404
Navigation Map Updates................................ 407
Navigation Voice Commands....................... 407
Point of Interest (POI) Categories..............402
Quick-touch Buttons....................................... 406
Setting a Destination........................................ 401
Setting Your Navigation Preferences.........403
Normal Scheduled Maintenance
..........433
6.2L and 6.8L Gasoline Engines................... 433
6.7L Diesel Engine............................................. 434
O
Oil Check See: Engine Oil Check...................................... 226
Opening and Closing the Hood..............223
Ordering Additional Owner's Literature.......................................................212
Obtaining a French Owner ’s Manual...........212
Overhead Console
........................................129
P
Parking Aid
......................................................170
Rear Sensing System........................................ 170
Parking Aids....................................................170
Parking Brake
..................................................161
Passive Anti-Theft System........................58
SecuriLock ™.......................................................... 58PATS
See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 58
Pedals.................................................................63
Perchlorate.........................................................11
Phone...............................................................383 Making Calls........................................................ 385
Pairing Subsequent Phones.......................... 385
Pairing Your Phone for the First Time.................................................................. 384
Phone Menu Options....................................... 385
Phone Settings................................................... 387
Phone Voice Commands............................... 388
Receiving Calls................................................... 385
Text Messaging.................................................. 386
Post-Crash Alert System
..........................207
Power Door Locks See: Locking and Unlocking............................. 54
Power Seats
......................................................111
Power Lumbar........................................................ 111
Power Recline......................................................... 111
Power Steering Fluid Check.....................234
Power Take-Off.............................................148
Power Windows
.............................................69
Accessory Delay.................................................... 70
Bounce-Back......................................................... 69
One-Touch Up or Down.................................... 69
Power Sliding Back Window............................ 70
Window Lock......................................................... 70
R
Rear Axle
..........................................................158
Rear Seat Armrest.........................................118
Rear Seats
........................................................112
Folding the Rear Seat Back (Crew Cab)
........................................................................\
....... 113
Folding up the Rear Seat Cushion.................113
Rear Heated Seats ............................................. 114
Rear Under Seat Storage (Crew Cab).........114
Returning the Seat to the Seating Position............................................................... 113
Rear View Camera.........................................171 Using the Rear View Camera System...........171
Rear View Camera See: Rear View Camera..................................... 171
Recommended Towing Weights............188 Calculating the Maximum Loaded Trailer
Weight for Your Vehicle............................... 189
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W
Warning Lamps and Indicators..................77
4X2........................................................................\
.... 80
4X4 HIGH................................................................ 80
4X4 LOW................................................................ 80
Anti-Lock Braking System................................. 77
Battery....................................................................... 77
Brake System.......................................................... 77
Check Fuel Cap..................................................... 78
Cruise Control........................................................ 78
Diesel Warning Lights........................................ 80
Direction Indicator................................................ 78
Door Ajar.................................................................. 78
Electronic Locking Differential........................ 78
Engine Coolant Temperature........................... 78
Engine Oil................................................................ 78
Fasten Safety Belt................................................ 78
Front Airbag............................................................ 78
High Beam............................................................... 78
Hill Descent............................................................ 78
Low Fuel Level....................................................... 79
Low Tire Pressure Warning............................... 79
Powertrain Malfunction/Reduced Power/Electronic Throttle Control............79
Service Engine Soon............................................ 79
Stability Control.................................................... 79
Stability Control Off............................................ 79
Transmission Tow/Haul.................................... 80
Washer Fluid Check....................................235
Washers See: Cleaning the Exterior............................... 247
See: Wipers and Washers................................. 64
Waxing.............................................................248
Wheel Nuts See: Changing a Road Wheel........................ 279
Wheels and Tires.........................................254 General Information......................................... 254
Technical Specifications................................ 290
Windows and Mirrors...................................69
Windshield Washers.....................................64
Windshield Wipers........................................64
Speed dependent wipers................................. 64
Wipers and Washers.....................................64
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