2023 Ford E-350 Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance User Manual

2023 Ford E-350 Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance

SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE

If you operate your vehicle primarily in any of the following conditions, you need to perform extra maintenance as indicated. If you operate your vehicle occasionally under any of these conditions, it is not necessary to perform the extra maintenance. For specific recommendations, see your dealership service advisor or technician.

Towing a Trailer or Using a Car-top Carrier
As required	Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the information display and perform services listed in the Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart.
Inspect frequently, service as required	Inspect the U-joints.
Every 22,500 mi (36,000 km)	Replace the rear axle fluid. See axle maintenance items under Exceptions.
Every 60,000 mi (96,000 km)	Replace the spark plugs.

Extensive Idling or Low-speed Driving for Long Distances, as in Heavy Commercial Use (Such as Delivery, Taxi, Patrol Car or Livery)
As required	Change the engine oil and filter as indicated by the information display and perform services listed in the Normal Scheduled Maintenance chart.
Inspect frequently, service as required	Replace the engine air filter.
Every 22,500 mi (36,000 km)	Replace the rear axle fluid. See axle maintenance items under Exceptions.
Every 60,000 mi (96,000 km)	Replace the spark plugs.

Operating in Dusty or Sandy Conditions (Such as Unpaved or Dusty Roads)
Inspect frequently, service as required	Replace engine air filter.
Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km)	Inspect the wheels and related components for abnormal noise, wear, looseness or drag.
	Rotate the tires1, inspect tires for wear and measure the tread depth.
Every 5,000 mi (8,000 km) or six months	Change the engine oil and filter.2
	Perform a multi-point inspection.

1. Vehicles with dual rear wheels should rotate the front wheels when specified; rear wheels only if unusual wear is noted.
2. Reset your Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor after each engine oil and filter change. See Oil Change Indicator Reset (page 165).

Exclusive Use of E85 – Flex Fuel Vehicles Only
Every oil change	If ran exclusively on E85, fill the fuel tank with regular unleaded fuel.

Exceptions

There are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule: Axle(s) and transfer case, four-wheel-drive vehicles, fluid changes or level checks are not required unless a leak is suspected or the assembly has been submerged in water. Contact an authorized dealer for service.

1. 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. We, however, urge you to have all recommended maintenance services performed at the specified intervals and to record all vehicle services.
2. 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 5,000 mi (8,000 km).

If the available API SM or SN oils are not available, then the oil change interval is 3,000 mi (4,800 km). 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.