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Ford F150 2011 User Manual

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GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
Why maintain your vehicle?
This guide describes the scheduled maintenance required for your
vehicle. Carefully following this schedule helps protect against major
repair expenses resulting from neglect or inadequate maintenance and
may also help to increase the value of your vehicle when you sell or
trade it.
It is your responsibility to see that all scheduled maintenance is
performed and that the materials used meet Ford engineering
specifications as identified in the Maintenance and Specifications
chapter. Failure to perform scheduled maintenance specific in this guide
will invalidate warranty coverage on parts affected by the lack of
maintenance. Be sure receipts for completed maintenance are kept with
the vehicle and confirmation of the work performed is always recorded in
this guide.
Your dealer has factory-trained technicians who can perform the required
maintenance using genuine Ford parts. They are committed to meeting
your service needs and to assuring your continuing satisfaction.
Protecting your investment
Maintenance is an investment that will pay dividends in the form of
improved reliability, durability and resale value. To ensure the proper
performance of your vehicle and its emission control systems, it is
imperative that scheduled maintenance be completed at the designated
intervals.
For your convenience, your vehicle is equipped with a message center
which determines the proper oil change service interval. You should
perform the engine oil change as indicated by the message center. The
message center will display ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON or OIL
CHANGE REQUIRED to indicate when an oil change is needed. The
engine oil change service needs to be completed within two weeks or
500 miles (800 km) after the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message is
displayed. Your oil change service interval can be up to one year or
10,000 miles (16,000 km). Reset your Intelligent Oil Life Monitorâ„¢ after
each engine oil and filter change; refer to the Instrument Cluster
chapter.
If your message center is prematurely reset or becomes inoperative, you
should perform the oil change interval at six months or 5,000 miles
(8,000 km) from your last oil change.
Note: Vehicles equipped with a 6.2L engine do not have a message
center with this feature; refer to the 7,500 mile (12,000 km)
maintenance schedule for oil change service intervals.
Scheduled Maintenance
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Ford F150 2011 Specifications

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BrandFord
ModelF150 2011
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

General Maintenance Information

Why Maintain Your Vehicle

This guide details scheduled maintenance to protect against repair costs and increase vehicle value.

Protecting Your Investment

Maintenance investment leads to improved reliability, durability, and resale value for the vehicle.

Vehicle Message Center and Oil Changes

The message center indicates oil change needs; service is due within 2 weeks or 500 miles of the 'REQUIRED' message.

Oils, Fluids, and Flushing

Genuine Ford Parts and Service

Factory-Trained Technicians

Genuine Ford and Motorcraft Parts

Owner Checks and Services

Scheduled Maintenance Intervals

Engine Oil/Coolant Intervals (3.5L, 3.7L, 5.0L)

Details engine oil and coolant change intervals for 3.5L, 3.7L, and 5.0L engines based on message center or time.

Engine Oil/Coolant Intervals (6.2L)

Details engine oil and coolant change intervals for 6.2L engines based on time or mileage.

Monthly Maintenance Checks

Lists essential checks to perform every month: fluid levels, lights, tires, and washer fluid.

Six-Month Maintenance Checks

Covers checks for battery, drains, cooling system, weatherstrips, hinges, brakes, belts, and wipers.

Multi-Point Inspection

Recommended Inspection Items

Lists recommended items for multi-point inspection at every scheduled maintenance interval.

Normal Scheduled Maintenance (3.5L, 3.7L, 5.0L)

Maintenance Schedule (3.5L, 3.7L, 5.0L Engines)

Engine Oil and Filter Change

Schedule for changing engine oil and filter, guided by the message center or interval.

Tire Rotation and Wear Inspection

Procedure for rotating tires, inspecting wear, and measuring tread depth at regular intervals.

Wheel and Component Inspection

Inspect wheels, U-joints, and axle components for abnormal noise, wear, or looseness.

Multi-Point Inspection Recommendation

Recommended performance of a multi-point inspection at each service interval.

Automatic Transmission Fluid Check

Check automatic transmission fluid level if equipped with a dipstick; consult dealer for specific requirements.

Brake System Inspection

Inspect all brake system components including pads, shoes, rotors, drums, linings, hoses, and parking brake.

Engine Cooling System Inspection

Check engine cooling system concentration and condition of hoses for optimal performance.

Exhaust System Inspection

Inspect exhaust system components and heat shields for integrity and potential issues.

Front Axle and U-Joint Inspection

Inspect front axle and U-joints for wear and lubricate if equipped with grease fittings.

Half-Shaft Boot Inspection

Inspect half-shaft boots for damage or tears to prevent contamination of U-joints.

Steering, Suspension, and Drivetrain Inspection

Inspect steering, suspension, ball joints, tie-rod ends, driveshaft, and U-joints; lubricate as needed.

Cabin Air Filter Inspection

Inspect cabin air filter for cleanliness and replace if necessary for air quality.

Longer Interval Maintenance Services

20,000 Mile (32,000 km) Services

Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) at 20,000 miles or as needed.

30,000 Mile (48,000 km) Services

Replace climate-controlled seat filter and engine air filter at 30,000 miles.

60,000 Mile (96,000 km) Services

Change automatic transmission fluid/filter, check wheel bearings, and inspect accessory drive belts.

100,000 Mile (160,000 km) Services

Change engine coolant, manual transmission fluid, rear axle fluid, and replace spark plugs.

Extended Interval Maintenance Services

150,000 Mile (240,000 km) Services

Services include transmission fluid, axle fluid, transfer case fluid, and drive belt replacement.

Engine Coolant Replacement

Initial engine coolant replacement at 100,000 miles or 72 months, then every 50,000 miles or 36 months.

6.2L Engine Maintenance Schedule

Engine Oil and Filter Change (6.2L)

Change engine oil and filter at specified intervals, guided by the message center.

Tire Rotation and Wear Inspection (6.2L)

Rotate tires and inspect wear and tread depth at regular mileage intervals.

Wheel and Component Inspection (6.2L)

Inspect wheels, U-joints, and axle components for abnormal noise, wear, or looseness.

Multi-Point Inspection (6.2L)

Perform recommended multi-point inspection at every scheduled maintenance interval.

Automatic Transmission Fluid Level Check (6.2L)

Check automatic transmission fluid level if equipped with dipstick; consult dealer for requirements.

Brake System Inspection (6.2L)

Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, linings, hoses, and parking brake.

Engine Cooling System Inspection (6.2L)

Check engine cooling system concentration and hoses for optimal performance.

Exhaust System Inspection (6.2L)

Inspect exhaust system components and heat shields for integrity.

Front Axle and U-Joint Inspection (6.2L)

Inspect front axle and U-joints for wear and lubricate if equipped with grease fittings.

Half-Shaft Boot Inspection (6.2L)

Inspect half-shaft boots for damage or tears to protect U-joints.

Steering, Suspension, and Drivetrain Inspection (6.2L)

Inspect steering, suspension, ball joints, tie-rod ends, driveshaft, and U-joints; lubricate as needed.

Cabin Air Filter Inspection (6.2L)

Inspect cabin air filter for cleanliness and replace if necessary for air quality.

6.2L Engine Extended Interval Maintenance

150,000 Mile (240,000 km) Services (6.2L)

Services include transmission fluid, axle fluid, transfer case fluid, and drive belt replacement.

Engine Coolant Replacement (6.2L)

Initial engine coolant replacement at 100,000 miles or 72 months, then every 50,000 miles or 36 months.

Additional Maintenance Services

15,000 Mile (24,000 km) Services

Replace cabin air filter (if equipped) at 15,000 miles or as needed.

30,000 Mile (48,000 km) Services

Replace climate-controlled seat filter and engine air filter at 30,000 miles.

60,000 Mile (96,000 km) Services

Change automatic transmission fluid/filter, check wheel bearings, and inspect accessory drive belts.

105,000 Mile (168,000 km) Services

Change engine coolant, manual transmission fluid, rear axle fluid, and replace spark plugs.

150,000 Mile (240,000 km) Services

Services include transmission fluid, axle fluid, transfer case fluid, and drive belt replacement.

Engine Coolant Replacement Initial/Follow-up

Initial replacement at 105,000 miles or 72 months; follow-up every 45,000 miles or 36 months.

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