brake fluid FORD SUPER DUTY 2023 Owner's Manual

Check Every Month
The fuel and water separator. Drain if necessary or if indicated by the instrument cluster
display.1
The 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
The battery connections. Clean if necessary.
The body and door drain holes for obstructions. Clean if necessary.
The cooling system fluid level and the coolant system strength.
The door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if necessary.
The hinges, latches and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if necessary.
The parking brake for proper operation.
The seatbelts and seat latches for wear and function.
Safety warning lamps, brake, ABS, airbag and seatbelt for operation.
The washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.
Multi-Point Inspection
It is important to have the systems on yourvehicle regularly checked. This can helpidentify potential issues and prevent majorproblems. We recommend having thefollowing multi-point inspection performedat every scheduled maintenance intervalto help make sure your vehicle keepsrunning great.
Multi-Point Inspection
Hazard warning system operationAccessory drive belt or belts
Horn operationBattery performance
Radiator, cooler, heater and air conditioninghosesEngine air filter
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Multi-Point Inspection
Suspension components for leaks ordamageExhaust system
Steering and linkageExterior lamps operation
Tires including the spare for wear and
proper pressure2Fluid levels1; fill if necessary
Windshield for cracks, chips or pitsFor oil and fluid leaks
Washer spray and wiper operationHalfshaft dust boots
1 Brake, coolant recovery reservoir, automatic transmission and window washer.2If your vehicle has a temporary mobility kit, check the tire sealant expiration Use By dateon the canister. Replace as needed.
Be sure to ask your dealership serviceadvisor or technician about the multi-pointvehicle inspection. It is a comprehensiveway to perform a thorough inspection ofyour vehicle. Your checklist gives youimmediate feedback on the overallcondition of your vehicle.
NORMAL SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE - DIESEL
Oil Change Reminder
Your vehicle comes with an oil changereminder that determines when you shouldchange the engine oil based on how youuse your vehicle.
Your vehicle lets you know when an oilchange is due by displaying a message inthe instrument cluster display.
The following table provides examples ofvehicle use and its impact on oil changeintervals. It is a guideline only. Actual oilchange intervals depend on several factorsand generally decrease with severity ofuse.
When to Expect the Message Prompting You to Change Your Oil
Vehicle Use and Examplemi (km)
Light
Up to 15,000 mi(24,000 km)
No towing.Primarily highway driving.Flat roads.Moderate temperatures.
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When to Expect the Message Prompting You to Change Your Oil
Vehicle Use and Examplemi (km)
Minimal idle time.
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
Less than 7,500 mi(12,000 km)
Moderate to heavy load or towing.Mountainous or off-road conditions.Extended idling, 200-300 hours.Extended hot or cold operation.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 whenusing high sulfur diesel fuels, operating your vehicle off-road or in dusty conditions, such asunpaved roads.
Note:For every hour that your vehicle idles, it accumulates the equivalent of approximately25 mi (40 km).
Normal Maintenance Intervals
At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Instrument Cluster Display1
Change the engine oil and filter.2
Fuel and water separator. Drain if necessary or if indicated by the instrument clusterdisplay.
Refill the diesel exhaust fluid tank.
Rotate the tires, inspect the tires for wear and measure the tread depth.4
Perform a multi-point inspection, recommended.
Inspect the air filter restriction gauge. Replace the air filter if necessary.3
Inspect the brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake linings, hoses and the parking brake.
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At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Instrument Cluster Display1
Inspect the engine and secondary cooling system coolant concentration freeze-pointprotection, level and the hoses.
Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields.
Inspect the front axle and U-joints. Lubricate any grease fittings. Four-wheel drivevehicles.
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and the U-joints. Lubricate any grease fittings.
1 Do not exceed one year/15,000 mi (24,000 km) or 450 engine hours between serviceintervals.2 Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes.3 Reset the engine air filter information monitor after you replace the air filter.4 Rotate the front wheels on vehicles with dual rear wheels when specified. Only rotatethe rear wheels if you notice unusual wear.
Brake Fluid Maintenance1
Change the brake fluid.2Every three years
1 Perform this maintenance item every three years. Do not exceed the designated timefor the interval.2 Brake fluid servicing requires special equipment available at your authorized dealer.
Other Maintenance items1
Replace the cabin air filter.Every 20,000 mi(32,000 km)
Replace the engine air filter.2
Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km)
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuel filters.Inspect the engine and secondary cooling system coolantconcentration freeze-point protection, additive corrosioninhibitor strength, coolant level, and hoses. Add coolantadditive if necessary.
Replace the engine air inlet foam filter.Every 50,000 mi(80,467 km)
Replace the front wheel bearing grease and grease seal ifusing non-sealed bearings. Two-wheel drive vehicles.Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)
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At Every Oil Change Interval as Indicated by the Instrument Cluster Display
Inspect the front axle and U-joints. If applicable, lubricate the grease fittings. Four-wheeldrive vehicles.
Inspect the steering linkage, ball joints, suspension, tie-rod ends, driveshaft and the U-joints. If applicable, lubricate the grease fittings.
1 Reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after engine oil and filter changes.2 Rotate the front wheels on vehicles with dual rear wheels when specified. Only rotatethe rear wheels if you notice unusual wear.
Brake Fluid Maintenance1
Change the brake fluid.2Every three years
1 Perform this maintenance item every three years. Do not exceed the designated timefor the interval.2 Brake fluid servicing requires special equipment available at your authorized dealer.
Other Maintenance Items
Replace the cabin air filter.Every 20,000 mi(32,180 km)
Replace the engine air filter.Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km)
Replace the front wheel bearing grease and grease seal, ifyou use non-sealed bearings.Every 60,000 mi(96,000 km)
Replace the spark plugs.Every 100,000 mi(160,934 km)
Inspect the accessory drive belt or belts.1Every 100,000 mi(160,934 km)
Change the automatic transmission fluid and filter on 6-speedtransmission. Consult dealer for requirements.
Every 150,000 mi(240,000 km)
Replace the accessory drive belt or belts if not replaced withinthe last 100,000 mi (160,000 km).
Replace the front wheel bearings and seals if you use non-sealed bearings.
Change the axle(s) fluid. See exceptions.
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Off-road Operation
Inspect functional holes in each leg of the twin exhausttips and the holes under the shield just inboard of the rightrear tire to make sure they are clean and clear of debris orforeign materials. Refer to the Vehicle Care chapter of yourowner’s manual for more information.
As required
Inspect the steering and suspension ball joints and tie rods.Lubricate any grease fittings.
Rotate the tires, inspect the tires for wear and measure
tread depth.1Every 7,500 mi (12,000 km),six months or 300 enginehours
Inspect the brake system pads and rotors.
Inspect the air filter restriction gauge. Replace the filter ifnecessary.
Change the engine oil and filter.2Every 7,500 mi (12,000 km)or 300 engine hours
Replace the engine-mounted and frame-mounted fuelfilters.Every 15,000 mi(24,000 km), six months or600 engine hours
Replace the air inlet foam filter.Every 30,000 mi(48,000 km)Replace the wheel bearing grease and grease seals if usingnon-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. Rotate therear wheels if unusual wear is noted.2 Reset the Oil Change Reminder after engine oil and filter changes.
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Towing a Trailer or Using a Car-top Carrier
Change engine oil and filter.Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)or six months.Inspect and lubricate U-joints if equipped with greasefittings.
Replace front wheel bearing grease and grease seals ifnon-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 Rotate the front wheels on vehicles with dual rear wheels when specified. Rotate therear wheels 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)Short Trips that do not allow the engine to get to operating temperature causing fueldilution and an increase of the engine oil level
Replace engine air filter.Inspect frequently, serviceas requiredReplace cabin air filter.
Inspect brake system.Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)
Inspect wheels and related components for abnormalnoise, wear, looseness or drag.
Lubricate control arm and steering ball joints if equippedwith grease fittings.
Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.1
Inspect and lubricate U-joints if equipped with greasefittings.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 enginehours.
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Blind Spot Information System With TrailerCoverage..........................................................328Blind Spot Information SystemIndicators.....................................................330Blind Spot Information SystemLimitations...................................................327Blind Spot Information SystemPrecautions..................................................327Blind Spot Information SystemRequirements.............................................327Blind Spot Information System –Troubleshooting.........................................331Blind Spot Information System –Information Messages.................................331Blind Spot Information SystemVideos............................................................331Blind Spot Information System WithTrailer Coverage.........................................328Blind Spot Information System With TrailerCoverage Limitations..................................328Selecting a Trailer..............................................330Setting a Trailer Length...................................329What Is Blind Spot Information System withTrailer Coverage.............................................328Bluetooth®.....................................................574Bonnet LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood.........440Booster Seats...................................................47Brake Fluid Specification..........................250Brake Over Accelerator..............................249Brake Precautions.......................................249Brakes..............................................................249Anti-Lock Braking System..............................249Brakes – Troubleshooting..............................250Brakes – Troubleshooting........................250Brakes – Frequently AskedQuestions.........................................................252Brakes – Information Messages....................251Brakes – Warning Lamps...............................250Breaking-In.....................................................416
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Calculating Payload....................................353Calculating the Load Limit.......................353Canceling the Set Speed...........................273Canceling the Set Speed Limit................316Capacities and Specifications................520
Catalytic Converter.....................................233Catalytic Converter –Troubleshooting............................................233Catalytic Converter Precautions............233Catalytic Converter –Troubleshooting........................................233Catalytic Converter – WarningLamps................................................................233Center Console..............................................198Opening the Center Console..........................198Center Console Work Surface.................193Center Console Work Surface –Troubleshooting.............................................194Center Console Work Surface –Troubleshooting.........................................194Center Console Work Surface – InformationMessages..........................................................194Center Display Limitations.......................563Center Display Overview..........................563Center Display Overview Videos...........564Center Display Precautions.....................563Changing a Flat Tire...................................509Changing a Road Wheel...........................509Changing the Fuel Filter - Diesel............453Changing the Fuel Filter -Gasoline.......................................................453Changing the Language.............................145Changing the Measurement Unit...........145Changing the Remote Control Battery -Vehicles With: Flip Key...............................74Changing the Remote Control Battery -Vehicles With: Push Button Start..........75Changing the Set Speed Limit................316Changing the Temperature Unit.............145Changing the Tire Pressure Unit.............145Changing the Vehicle Wi-Fi HotspotName or Password....................................551Charging a Device.........................................183Charging a Wireless Device......................195Checking the Brake Fluid..........................249Checking the Seatbelts...............................56Checking the Selective CatalyticReduction System Status.....................230Checking the Tire Pressures...................490Checking the Wiper Blades........................114Children and Airbags....................................64
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Checking the Coolant Level..........................450Coolant – Information Messages................453Coolant – Warning Lamps.............................452Managing the Coolant Temperature..........452Cooling System Capacity andSpecification - 6.7L Diesel.....................532Cooling System Capacity andSpecification - 6.8L, Gasoline..............533Cooling System Capacity andSpecification - 7.3L, Gasoline...............534Crash and BreakdownInformation.................................................420Automatic Crash Shutoff................................423Fail-Safe Cooling...............................................425Jump Starting the Vehicle...............................421Post-Crash Alert System................................423Recovery Towing................................................423Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator.......65Creating a Personal Profile.......................577Creating a Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot...........551Cross Traffic Alert........................................335Cross Traffic Alert –Troubleshooting.............................................337Cross Traffic Alert Indicators....................337Cross Traffic Alert Limitations................335Cross Traffic Alert Precautions...............335Cross Traffic Alert –Troubleshooting........................................337Cross Traffic Alert – InformationMessages..........................................................337Cross Traffic Braking...................................262Cross Traffic Braking –Troubleshooting............................................263Cross Traffic Braking Indicators.............263Cross Traffic Braking Precautions.........262Cross Traffic Braking –Troubleshooting........................................263Cross Traffic Braking – Frequently AskedQuestions........................................................264Cross Traffic Braking – InformationMessages.........................................................263Cruise Control...............................................294Cruise Control Indicators..........................295Cup Holders....................................................197Cup Holder Precautions...................................197Customer Information...............................623Radio Frequency CertificationLabels...............................................................626
Customizing the Instrument ClusterDisplay - Vehicles With: 12 InchScreen............................................................144Customizing the Instrument ClusterDisplay - Vehicles With: 8 InchScreen............................................................144
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Data Privacy.....................................................26Deleting a Personal Profile.......................578Department of Transportation UniformTire Quality Grades..................................478Diesel Engine Exhaust Brake...................256Diesel Engine Exhaust Brake –Troubleshooting.............................................257Diesel Engine Exhaust BrakeGauge.............................................................257Diesel Engine Exhaust BrakeIndicators......................................................257Diesel Engine Exhaust Brake –Precautions.................................................256Diesel Engine Exhaust Brake –Troubleshooting.........................................257Diesel Engine Exhaust Brake – WarningLamps................................................................257Diesel Engine Exhaust BrakeVideos............................................................257Diesel Exhaust Fluid Capacity andSpecification..............................................230Diesel Exhaust Fluid Gauge......................138Diesel Particulate Filter...............................221Diesel Particulate Filter ManualRegeneration...................................................222Diesel Particulate Filter –Troubleshooting............................................224Diesel Particulate Filter ManualRegeneration...............................................222Diesel Particulate Filter ManualRegeneration Limitations...........................223Diesel Particulate Filter ManualRegeneration Precautions.........................222Diesel Particulate Filter ManualRegeneration Requirements.....................222Starting Diesel Particulate Filter ManualRegeneration...................................................223What Is Diesel Particulate Filter ManualRegeneration...................................................222
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How Does the Selective CatalyticReduction System Work........................226How Does the Speed Limiter Work.......316How Does Traction Control Work.........268How Does Trailer Backup AssistanceWork..............................................................386How Does Trailer Hitching AssistanceWork...............................................................378How Does Trailer Reverse GuidanceWork...............................................................401How Does Trailer Sway ControlWork...............................................................377How Do Personal Profiles Work..............577How Do the Front Airbags Work...............57How Do the Side Airbags Work.................57Hydraulic Power Steering Fluid Capacityand Specification.....................................546Hydraulic Power Steering.........................279Checking the Hydraulic Power SteeringFluid...................................................................280Hydraulic Power Steering Guidelines.........279Locating the Hydraulic Power Steering FluidReservoir..........................................................280
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Icon GlossarySee: Symbols Glossary.......................................23IconsSee: Symbols Glossary.......................................23Identifying Fuse Types...............................439Identifying the Audio Unit........................553Identifying the Auxiliary SwitchWiring............................................................587Identifying the Climate ControlUnit..................................................................152Idle Timer........................................................207How Does Idle Timer Work.............................207Idle Timer Precautions....................................208Idle Timer Settings...........................................208What is Idle Timer..............................................207Ignition Switch..............................................202Inflating the Tires........................................490Information On Demand Screen...........564Information on the Tire Sidewall...........479Inspecting the Tire for Damage.............494Inspecting the Tire for Wear....................494
Inspecting the Wheel ValveStems...........................................................498Installing Child Restraints..........................40Attaching the Front Seat Tether Strap........45Attaching the Rear Seat Tether Strap..........46Combining the Seatbelt and Lower Anchorsfor Attaching Child Restraints....................45Installing a Child Restraint in a CenterSeat......................................................................44Using Lower Anchors and Tethers forChildren...............................................................44Using Seatbelts....................................................40Using Tether Straps.............................................45Instrument Cluster Display.......................143Instrument Cluster Display Main Menu -Vehicles With: 12 Inch Screen...............144Instrument Cluster Display Main Menu -Vehicles With: 8 Inch Screen.................143Instrument Cluster Indicators..................140Instrument Cluster.......................................136Fuel Gauge.............................................................137Instrument Cluster Overview - VehiclesWith: 12 Inch Screen..................................137Instrument Cluster Overview - VehiclesWith: 8 Inch Screen...................................136Instrument Cluster WarningLamps............................................................139Instrument Panel............................................32Integrated Trailer Brake Controller.........372Integrated Trailer Brake Controller –Troubleshooting.............................................375Integrated Trailer Brake ControllerPrecautions..................................................372Integrated Trailer Brake Controller –Troubleshooting........................................375Integrated Trailer Brake Controller –Frequently Asked Questions.....................376Integrated Trailer Brake Controller –Information Messages.................................375Integrated Trailer Brake ControllerVideos............................................................376Intentionally Exceeding the Set SpeedLimit................................................................316Interior Air Quality........................................160Interior Bulbs................................................468Interior Bulb Specification Chart.................468Interior Fuse Box..........................................435Accessing the Interior Fuse Box...................435
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