Check every oil
change
Oil change
intervals are as
follows:
Powerstroke - 10 000;
Caterpillar - 15 000;
Cummins - 15 000
(refer to the
Caterpillar and
Cummins service
manuals for further
instructions and
information)
Clutch system
Lubricate the clutch release cross shaft and all
linkages
Check the clutch fluid
Fuel system
Drain the accumulated water or sediment from
the fuel tank(s)
Steering system
Lubricate the steering shaft(s), U-joints and
splines when equipped with grease fittings
Lubricate the front axle spindle pins
Lubricate the steering linkage when equipped
with grease fittings
Grease the power steering gear output shaft
* Coolant protection checks should be made just prior to the onset of
freezing weather, where applicable. If coolant is dirty or rusty in
appearance, the system should be drained, flushed and refilled with the
prescribed solution of cooling system fluid and water. Use only
permanent type coolant that meets Ford specifications ESE-M97B18-C.
See the engine manufacturer’s operating guide for supplimental
corrosion inhibitor specifications.
In addition to the items to be performed daily or at each oil change, the
following need to be completed as specified:
8 000KM / 5 000 MILES
•
Initial change — change the lubricant in the manual shift transmission
– 5 speed and 6 speed Eaton manual transmission. (Not required
when equipped with optional synthetic lubricant.)
32 000 KM / 20 000 MILES
•
Replace the fuel filter.*
50 000 KM / 30 000 MILES
•
Replace the engine spin-on coolant filter.*
•
Repack and adjust the front wheel bearings — grease-filled hubs.
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