Ford E-150 1998, E-250 1998, E-350 1998, E-450 1998 Service Guide

General maintenance information

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Table of contents

General maintenance information 3

Normal schedule 5

Severe duty schedule 17

Owner maintenance checks 34

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General maintenance information

Maximum oil change interval

Normal Schedule: 8,000 km (5,000 miles) or six months, whichever occurs first. Severe Duty Schedule: 5,000 km (3,000 miles) or three months, whichever occurs first. See appropriate Schedule.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION

This Service Guide indicates the scheduled maintenance required for your vehicle. Proper maintenance guards against major repair expenses resulting from neglect or inadequate maintenance, and may help increase the value you receive when you sell or trade your vehicle.

It is your responsibility to make sure that all of the scheduled maintenance is performed and that the materials used meet Ford engineering specifications. Failure to perform scheduled maintenance, as specified in the Service Guide, will invalidate warranty coverage on parts affected by the lack of maintenance. Make sure that receipts for completed maintenance work are retained with the vehicle and confirmation of maintenance work is always entered in your Service Guide.

Your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealership, or Ford or Lincoln-Mercury Auto Care service center, has factory-trained technicians who can perform the required maintenance using genuine Ford parts. The dealership looks forward to meeting your every service need to maximize your satisfaction with your vehicle.

Maintenance: An investment

Maintenance is an investment that will pay dividends in the form of improved reliability, durability and resale value.

To assure the durability of your vehicle and its emission control systems, it is necessary that scheduled maintenance be performed at the designated intervals.

Ford strongly recommends the use of genuine Ford replacement parts. If other than Ford or Motorcraft parts or Ford authorized remanufactured parts are used for maintenance replacements or for the service of components affecting emission control, the non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability. It is the owner’s responsibility to determine the equivalency of such parts. Please consult your “Warranty Information Booklet” for complete warranty information.

General maintenance information

NO COST PCV VALVE REPLACEMENT

The PCV valve is a critical emission component. Your dealer will replace the valve at no cost at 96,000 kilometers (60,000 miles), except in Canada and California.

WHEEL LUG NUTS

Wheel lug nuts must be tightened to proper torque specifications at 800 km/500 miles of new vehicle operation (160 km/100 miles for vehicles equipped for snow plowing). Proper torque specifications are provided in your “Owner’s Guide.” Also retighten to proper torque specification at 800 km/500 miles after (1) any wheel change or (2) any other time the wheel lug nuts have been loosened.

PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE CHECK

❑ Pre-Delivery Service Inspection Completed

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WHAT MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE SHOULD YOU FOLLOW? NORMAL SCHEDULE

Follow the Normal Schedule for most normal everyday driving conditions.

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SEVERE DUTY SCHEDULE

Follow the Severe Duty Schedule if your driving habits FREQUENTLY include any of the following conditions:

❑ Driving at top speeds for long distances during hot conditions. ❑ Short trips in areas of high humidity or freezing conditions. ❑ Towing and/or carrying heavy loads. ❑ Police, taxi or delivery usage. ❑ Driving in dusty/sandy environments for long periods.

Normal schedule

Items for Emission Control Service are shown in italics.

Rear axles containing synthetic lubricant are lubricated for life. These lubricants are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected, service required, or the axle assembly has been submerged in water. The axle lubricant should be changed anytime the axle has been submerged in water.

Non-synthetic rear axle lubricants should be replaced every 5,000 km (3,000 miles) or 3 months, whichever occurs first, during extended trailer tow operation above 21°C (70°F) ambient and wide open throttle for extended periods above 72 km/h (45 mph). The 5,000 km (3,000 mile) lube change interval may be waived if the axle was filled with 75W140 synthetic gear lubricant meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192–A, part number F1TZ-19580–B or equivalent. Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of additive friction modifier C8AZ-19B546–A (EST-M2C118–A) or equivalent for complete refill of Traction-Lok rear axles. The axle lubricant should be changed anytime the axle has been submerged in water.

Police and taxi vehicles:

Replace rear axle lubricant every 160,000 km (100,000 miles). Rear axle lubricant change may be waived if the axle was filled with 75W140 synthetic gear lubricant meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192–A, part number F1TZ-19580–B or equivalent. Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of additive friction modifier C8AZ-19B546–A (EST-M2C118–A) or equivalent for complete refill of Traction-Lok rear axles. The axle lubricant should be changed anytime the axle has been submerged in water.

REGULAR MAINTENANCE INTERVALS FOR THE NORMAL SCHEDULE

8,000 KILOMETERS (5,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1)(2) ❑ Lubricate steering linkage driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease

fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped).

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Normal schedule

16,000 KILOMETERS (10,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

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24,000 KILOMETERS (15,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; check coolant

strength every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months.

❑ For 7.3L DIT Diesel Engines, add 237–295 ml (8–10 oz.) of FW-15

to the engine coolant every 24,000 km (15,000 miles).

❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1)(2) ❑ Lubricate steering linkage driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease

fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped).

❑ Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or loose parts. Remove any

foreign material trapped by exhaust system shielding.

Note: It is normal for a certain amount of moisture and staining to be present around the muffler seams. The presence of soot, light surface rust or moisture does not indicate a faulty muffler.

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32,000 KILOMETERS (20,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

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Normal schedule

40,000 KILOMETERS (25,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1)(2) ❑ Lubricate steering linkage driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease

fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped).

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Date:

Mileage:

48,000 KILOMETERS (30,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; check coolant

strength every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months.

❑ For 7.3L DIT Diesel Engines, add 237–295 ml (8–10 oz.) of FW-15

to the engine coolant every 24,000 km (15,000 miles).

❑ Replace air cleaner filter every 48,000 km (30,000 miles) or 30

months. If operating in dusty conditions, consult your dealer and/or follow severe duty maintenance schedule.

❑ Replace the air cleaner filter when the yellow band on the

restriction gauge has reached the CHANGE FILTER mark (7.3L DIT Diesel only).

❑ Change automatic transmission fluid (except E4OD transmissions.

E4OD transmissions have no normally scheduled fluid change requirements).

❑ Replace fuel filter every 48,000 km (30,000 miles) or when the filter

restriction lamp is illuminated (7.3L DIT Diesel only).

❑ Change fuel filter (Recommended but not required for California

Certified Vehicles).

❑ Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or loose parts. Remove any

foreign material trapped by exhaust system shielding.

Normal schedule

Note: It is normal for a certain amount of moisture and staining to be present around the muffler seams. The presence of soot, light surface rust or moisture does not indicate a faulty muffler.

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Date:

Mileage:

56,000 KILOMETERS (35,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1)(2) ❑ Lubricate steering linkage driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease

fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped).

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Mileage:

64,000 KILOMETERS (40,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

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Mileage:

72,000 KILOMETERS (45,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; check coolant

strength every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months.

❑ For 7.3L DIT Diesel Engines, add 237–295 ml (8–10 oz.) of FW-15

to the engine coolant every 24,000 km (15,000 miles).

❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1)(2)

Normal schedule

❑ Lubricate steering linkage driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease

fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped).

❑ Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or loose parts. Remove any

foreign material trapped by exhaust system shielding.

Note: It is normal for a certain amount of moisture and staining to be present around the muffler seams. The presence of soot, light surface rust or moisture does not indicate a faulty muffler.

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Date:

Mileage:

80,000 KILOMETERS (50,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Change engine coolant initially at 80,000 km (50,000 miles) or

48 months. Thereafter, change engine coolant every 48,000 km (30,000 miles) or 36 months.

❑ For 7.3L DIT Diesel Engines, add 1.9L (4.0 pints) of FW-15 each

time the engine coolant is changed.

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Date:

Mileage:

88,000 KILOMETERS (55,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1)(2) ❑ Lubricate steering linkage driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease

fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped).

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Date:

Mileage:

Normal schedule

96,000 KILOMETERS (60,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; check coolant

strength every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months.

❑ Replace air cleaner filter every 48,000 km (30,000 miles) or

30 months. If operating in dusty conditions, consult your dealer and/or follow severe duty maintenance schedule.

❑ Replace the air cleaner filter when the yellow band on the

restriction gauge has reached the CHANGE FILTER mark (7.3L DIT Diesel only).

❑ Replace spark plugs (5.4L natural gas engines only). ❑ Replace PCV valve. (3) ❑ Change automatic transmission fluid (except E4OD transmissions.

E4OD transmissions have no normally scheduled fluid change requirements).

❑ Replace fuel filter every 48,000 km (30,000 miles).

(7.3L DIT Diesel only)

❑ Change fuel filter (Recommended but not required for California

Certified Vehicles).

❑ Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or loose parts. Remove any

foreign material trapped by exhaust system shielding.

Note: It is normal for a certain amount of moisture and staining to be present around the muffler seams. The presence of soot, light surface rust or moisture does not indicate a faulty muffler.

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Date:

Mileage:

Normal schedule

104,000 KILOMETERS (65,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ For 7.3L DIT Diesel Engines, add 237–295 ml (8–10 oz.) of FW-15

to the engine coolant every 24,000 km (15,000 miles).

❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1)(2) ❑ Lubricate steering linkage driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease

fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped).

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Date:

Mileage:

112,000 KILOMETERS (70,000 MILES)

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter.

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120,000 KILOMETERS (75,000 MILES)

Date:

Mileage:

❑ Change engine oil and replace oil filter. ❑ Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; check coolant

strength every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months.

❑ Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. (1)(2) ❑ Lubricate steering linkage driveshaft U-joint if equipped with grease

fittings and lubricate slip yoke (if equipped).

❑ Inspect exhaust system for leaks, damage or loose parts. Remove any

foreign material trapped by exhaust system shielding.

Note: It is normal for a certain amount of moisture and staining to be present around the muffler seams. The presence of soot, light surface rust or moisture does not indicate a faulty muffler.

DEALER AUTHORIZATION

Date:

Mileage:

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